Rainbow crosswalks have become both a symbol and a battleground of queer visibility. While some hail them as beacons of safety and inclusivity, others see them as a symbol of tokenism in lieu of more important allyship.
At the heart of this debate is one larger and very important question: "How can we infuse queerness into the fabric of our built environment to enhance representation and inclusivity?" This was a question that Michael Ricci, a master's student in the School of Urban Planning, explored this past year.
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