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Jetten Joins Pride Parade for First Time | Amsterdam News
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Prime Minister Jetten made history by joining Amsterdam Pride’s boat parade — the first Dutch premier to do so — riding through canals amid cheering crowds as he championed LGBTQIA+ freedom while warning of global threats. Reflecting on years of personal harassment, he urged youth to embrace their identities openly, even as progress demands continued protest. The government is backing this momentum with a 35 million euro investment in safety, law enforcement cooperation, and education, alongside new legislation to advance rainbow rights. Amsterdam’s mayor emphasized the parade’s joyful power, with heightened security ensuring a safe, celebratory day for all.
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