Black History Moments: Marsha P. Johnson and the LGBTQ Revolution

When we think about the LGBTQ revolution, we often direct our thoughts to Stonewall and pride parades that followed but did you know that a Black trans woman was one of those at the forefront? Marsha P. Johnson was a trendsetter and pillar to LGBTQ youth in NYC. Unfortunately, her life was cut short in a case that has been cold for over 30 years now.

This is her story...

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[triciamcghee]

Incredible episode, thank you for this in depth look! Really sad to see that things haven’t changed- we need to support our trans community members now more than ever in so many states that are legislating hate.

[MsColetha]

I never heard of her. Wowwww I had no idea. Thanks for this upload. Rest In Peace Marsha💐

[trishmcallister]

As a white person (I mean I could disappear in the snow with my skin colour) this is so amazing And important for EVERYONE to know. Thank you for sharing all these episodes and stories about these strong, badass, and inspiring black people 😘

Love your show!

[troupe]

Thank you so much for this!!🙏🏽
Trans people were at the top of the list next came Black gay people.
I can remember going to bars and either get kicked out for the color of my skin, or having to have three i.d.'s where my counterparts only had to have one if they were even carded, my college friend who was white would have to come to the rescue. The feeling of having this kind of rejection from the Gay community and the rejection of the Black community was terribly painful.
Things are much better but those type of people who treated Sylvia that way still exist, you can spot them five miles away.
Marsha and Sylvia have a huge space in my heart. ☀️/⛈️🌈❤️