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Tag: Opinion


LETTER TO THE EDITOR: False Claims of Rainbow Flag Creator

March 26, 2019

March 26, 2019

One year after his death, Lynn Segerblom began a public campaign to rewrite history. In her statements to the media and public, she has identified herself as the sole creator of the Rainbow Flag, or sometimes as the co-creator. Her narrative continues to change. Lynn is now using her erroneous claims to solicit money for a documentary and a book.

OPINION: Philadelphia’s Pride Flag Boldly Addresses Racism in Queer Communities

July 5, 2017

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With the inclusion of two black and brown stripes to the rainbow, the Philly Pride Flag has brought the importance of conversations about intersectionality to the forefront.