June 2, 2024 / Flashback Latest Life

FLASHBACK: Gilbert Baker, Designer Of The Rainbow Flag, Is Born (June 2, 1951)

Today in 2SLGBTQI+ history… Self-described as the “gay Betsy Ross,” Gilbert Baker was an American artist, an LGBTQ+ rights activist and the creator of the rainbow flag. His artistic work...

February 28, 2023 / Flashback Latest Life

FLASHBACK: Svend Robinson Becomes Canada’s First Member Of Parliament To Come Out As Gay (February 29, 1988)

Today in LGBTQ+ history… On February 29, 1988, Svend Robinson became the first Canadian Member of Parliament to come out as gay. He was the only openly LGBTQ2 member of...