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Story summary
- On April 9, 2026, Miami Beach rededicated its Pride crosswalk at Lummus Park after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ordered its demolition.
- The installation uses 3,606 salvaged rainbow pavers and symbolizes resilience against state-sanctioned culture wars.
- Commissioner Tonya Katzoff Bhatt criticized the removal as an affront to the community and stressed the crosswalk's significance for LGBTQ+ struggles.
- Commissioner Alex Fernandez noted support from straight allies in restoring the crosswalk.
