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Field of View: San Diego’s Gay Pride Parade 2012

July 22, 2012 by Annie Lane

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Tens of thousands gathered in Hillcrest on Saturday as this year’s gay pride parade traveled along University and Sixth avenues and beyond. The two-hour parade showcased more than 200 floats, and is currently the largest in nation.

This year marks the first that active duty military have participated, while the anti-gay group―standing stone-faced and dressed in black on the sidelines at one minute section of the parade line―continues to shrink in size.

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  1. Anna Daniels says

    July 22, 2012 at 9:30 am

    Annie- these images are thrilling! You captured energy and joy in every frame. I am easing my way into the day, drinking coffee and looking at the images, and they make me feel so happy. Thank you!

  2. Patty Jones says

    July 22, 2012 at 1:43 pm

    Absolutely wonderful!

  3. judi says

    July 22, 2012 at 5:33 pm

    Amazing photographs, Annie. You really captured the moment.

  4. OB Mercy says

    July 23, 2012 at 7:06 am

    Wonderful photos! Thanks for sharing.

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