Cities Making Pride Flag Official Symbols
Boise and Salt Lake City have made the Pride flag official city symbols, skirting state laws dictating which flags can be flown on government property. Utah and Idaho have laws barring most flags except for select ones like the American flag and military flags.
Key Points
- Salt Lake City adopted modified versions of the Progress Pride, Transgender Pride, and Juneteenth flags
- Boise retroactively designated the pride flag as an official city flag
- Both cities believe state laws restricting flag displays are not enforceable
Pros
- Representation of city's values
- Honoring diverse residents
- Promoting progress and inclusivity
Cons
- Potential fines for violating state laws
- Criticism for not focusing on 'real issues'