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Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s crackdown on rainbow sidewalks has sparked creative defiance in El Paso, where Pride Month celebrations are adapting — not fading. Instead of painting over colorful crosswalks, the community is lighting up streets with Pride-themed streetlights, symbolizing resilience and unwavering visibility. Amber Perez of the Borderland Rainbow Center says this isn’t surrender — it’s a bold statement: “We’re here, we’re queer, and we exist.” After last year’s cautious Pride, this year’s vibe is defiant, joyful, and deeply rooted in community strength, proving that even under pressure, LGBTQ+ voices won’t be silenced.

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