Thousands of protesters were chanting, singing and dancing down Fifth Avenue as part of the 31st annual Dyke March.
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A large banner that read "Not your f–ing body, not your f–ing business" led the way in a nod to the theme of this year’s march: bodily autonomy. It also served as a reminder that the day marked the first anniversary of the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, and was also taking place amid a national wave of anti-trans legislation.“We’re marching to say, get your hands off our f–ing bodies,” said organizer Lindsey Raguette.
But it’s grown more inclusive over the years, and now broadly welcomes anyone who identifies as a dyke, including bisexual, pansexual and trans people, among other groups. It stands in stark contrast to the annual Pride Parade, which takes place on Sunday and includes Target, Bud Light, Jeep and Starbucks among its sponsors., was a first-time participant in the march. She waved a trans flag, which she clutched in hands adorned with long, multicolored nails.
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