EP 139. Police Escort At Pride For Nazis: The 2019 Detroit Armed Protest
A Pride event. Armed neo-Nazis. And a police escort that sparked national outrage.
In June 2019, Detroit’s Motor City Pride festival was disrupted by members of the National Socialist Movement—a neo-Nazi group—who marched through the event openly carrying firearms, tearing apart Pride flags, and hurling racist and homophobic slurs. Police officers formed a protective barrier around the group, escorting them through the crowd while pushing back counter-protesters. The disturbing images of Black officers shielding white supremacists in a majority-Black city ignited fierce backlash and raised urgent questions about who law enforcement truly protects.
This episode of Beers With Queers dives into the events of that day, unpacking the deep tensions between the LGBTQ+ community and law enforcement. We examine how the police response mirrored broader patterns of systemic bias, and why the legacy of the Stonewall uprising still resonates. From the rise of armed hate groups at Pride events to the ongoing struggle for queer safety and visibility, we explore a chilling chapter in LGBTQ+ true crime history.
Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light—all with a cold one in hand. Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history.
Welcome to Beers With Queers, the true crime podcast where we dive into the darkest, most twisted cases and involving the LGBTQ+ community and always with a queer perspective. Hosted by Jordi and Brad, we cover everything from notorious serial killers to unsolved mysteries, cults, and bizarre crimes.
Join us for in, depth storytelling, chilling details, queer history and really gay commentary. So, whether you're here for the crimes, the beers, or the queers, you're in the right place. So, grab a drink, get cozy, and let’s talk true crime!
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