Pardon My Rant: We Need To Talk About the Progress Pride Flag
I dislike the new version of the pride flag. The left side of the flag gives off an aggressive vibe, making it seem like the original pride flag, or its second iteration is outdated and regressive. Proponents of this new flag argue that it is more inclusive, but to me, this assertion lacks merit. The older flag version was never exclusionary; it was always intended to promote inclusivity. That was the fundamental principle, and there's no need for modifications. We should revisit the original flag to reconnect with our roots and identity. It feels like the essence of the flag has been misunderstood by some younger members of the community who are drawn to performative actions that may do more harm than good. I don't doubt their good intentions, but I firmly believe that the creator of the original Progress Pride flag had misplaced motivations. What's the deal with that obnoxious circle? It seems like some performative nonsense that makes me want to scream at the person who ...