"Pride 05" or "More of the Same 05"

Last weekend was GAY PRIDE in LA.

What is it exactly, and why specifically, are we to celebrate?

-STD rates are still high and, in case of syphilis, even higher than before.
-The marriage amendment still looms ahead.
-More states have constitutionalzed anti-gay marriage amendments.
-Our image is still distorted for America through the filter of “Queer as Folk” and “Will and Grace” among others.

In such times I would encourage more restraint and less drag. The gay image is in serious need of repair and short skirts over hairy legs are no means of achieving this necessary end.