Marsha P. Johnson, a Black transgender woman, played a crucial role in the Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969, in New York City's Greenwich Village. Known for her vibrant personality and activism, Johnson was a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ community. The uprising began as a response to a police raid at the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar, and quickly escalated into a series of protests and clashes with law enforcement.
Johnson's involvement in the Stonewall Uprising marked her as a key leader in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. She was one of the first to resist the police, helping to ignite the protests that became a symbol of resistance against systemic oppression. Following Stonewall, Johnson co-founded the Gay Liberation Front and the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries or (STAR) alongside Sylvia Rivera. STAR provided support for homeless transgender youth and advocated for their rights.
Marsha P. Johnson's courage and activism were instrumental in advancing the LGBTQ+ movement, highlighting the critical intersection of race, gender, and sexuality in the fight for equality and justice.
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Marsha P. Johnson