1992: “Pride=Power”

"Pride=Power" volunteer t-shirt (front), 1992. Pride T-shirt Collection, Lambda Archives of San Diego.

In 1992, Pride saw increased representation of law enforcement and political officials. San Diego Chief of Police Bob Burgreen was awarded the new honorary title “Friend of the Year.” He rode in the parade, which took place on July 18th, along with Mayor Maureen O’Connor and Councilman John Hartley, leading a contingent of city employees.… Continue reading 1992: “Pride=Power”

1990: “Look to the Future: A New Decade of Pride”

Jess Jessop's AIDS quilt panel, 1990. Lambda Archives of San Diego.

With the success of the previous year, the 1990 Lesbian and Gay Pride followed a similar structure. The weekend consisted of the Front Runners Pride Run, parade, rally, and a two-day festival. The theme “Look to the Future: A New Decade of Pride” was selected to emphasize the continued fight for equality moving forward. Indeed,… Continue reading 1990: “Look to the Future: A New Decade of Pride”