Wisconsin Governor raises Pride Flag at State Capitol for seventh year

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers raised the Progress Pride Flag over the State Capitol on Friday, marking the seventh consecutive year he has kicked off Pride Month with the ceremonial flag-raising. The Wisconsin Progress Pride Flag features additional stripes beyond the traditional rainbow design, specifically representing LGBTQ people of color, the transgender community, and individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. Evers has made the Pride Month flag-raising an annual tradition since taking office, using the ceremony to demonstrate the state’s commitment to LGBTQ inclusion and equality. This year’s flag-raising occurs amid political tension over the practice. Republican legislators are currently advancing legislation that would restrict which flags can be displayed on government buildings. If passed, the Republican-backed legislation would effectively end the Pride flag tradition at the State Capitol and other state buildings.