Sunday was the big Gay Pride in Toronto. The weather was perfect, sunshine and hot. The Pride was long, we 'only' stayed for 2h, but it went on going for at least another one. It's a little different here than in Europe, less of a party and more of a demonstration. There were lots of people on foot, from all the political parties and Toronto mayor candidates to religious groups. A big group of Jews was protesting, Jewish and gay, and another big group protesting against Isreali Apartheid and Free Speech. I don't like that they are misusing the pride for their political reasons. It's supposed to be a demonstration for gay rights, and simply a party to celebrate all queerness. What does it matter, if you are Jewish, Christian or belong to a certain political wing...
There were only a few trucks with loud techno music, I expected more. It was not so much of a dance party but more watching, taking pictures and cheering a bit. I like it more in Europe, where there are lots of well designed trucks, almost like carnival, and lot of people dancing in the street. Amsterdam was surely the most amazing pride I have been to.
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