From The Vault
July 29, 2020: 1979 National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights
The 1979 National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights was an important moment for the LGBTQ Communities. Tens of Thousands Marched on Washington Chanting “WE ARE EVERYWHERE..!!” On October 14 1979 Pacifica Radio recorded 4 hours live from the March and provided an entire day of LGBT programming that featured segments about Gays Lesbians Transgendered, immigration, racism in the gay community; homophobia and violence against gays. there was also time to celebrate with music, poetry and speeches from Holly Near, Meg Christian, Audre Lourde, Allen Ginsberg, Ray Hill, Flo Kennedy, Lesbian Mothers, Gay Fathers and straight allys.