Boston Pride Clashes With Boston Black Pride And Pride For The People Over Name
Spectators watch from balconies along the route of the Gay Pride Parade, Saturday, June 8, 2019, in Boston. (Elise Amendola/AP) When Jo Trigilio received a letter from Boston Pride alleging her organization was infringing on Boston Pride's name, she says she was, "shocked. We wanted to engage in dialog with Boston Pride's board. But then this happened." Trigilio founded Pride for the People, formerly Boston Pride 4 the People, with other community members back in June. The group changed its name after receiving a cease and desist letter from Boston Pride. The letter, addressed to Trigilio, ...