Young Transgender Girl Becomes Orlando Pride's Youngest Grand Marshal, Sarasota and Gainesville Celebrate Pride Festivals

An 11-year-old transgender girl named Dempsey Jara became the youngest grand marshal in the history of Orlando's Come Out With Pride Festival, parading through the streets in a princess gown. Despite pushback from Florida's governor, who has banned gender-affirming care for children, Dempsey and her parents continue to advocate for transgender rights and acceptance. They have faced criticism and accusations of child abuse, but Dempsey's parents are proud of their daughter and aim to inspire other parents to support their transgender or gender non-conforming children.