Pope Francis’ alleged anti-gay remark looms large at Rome Pride

World Pride Month 2024 is in the rearview mirror. Many locations around the globe hosted Pride celebrations with global themes and symbols highlighting local concerns and struggles. On June 15, the LGBTQ+ Pride parade in Rome, Italy, celebrated its 30th anniversary. A record number of revelers marched through the Italian capital past historic sites, waving flags and carrying signs protesting a range of issues, from the current right-wing government’s stance on gender ideology to the Israel-Hamas war. The most visible — and creative — displays were in reference to a...