Many folks were afraid of attending and outing themselves, which would put them in danger. But it was not smooth sailing - their events were met with anti-gay counter-protests and backlash every time. The anniversary event was a pro-gay-rights protest and show for gay pride. In addition, in 2019, the 50th anniversary of the uprising, the New York police department commissioner issued a public apology. In 2016, the Stonewall Inn and the surrounding areas were officially registered as a national monument under the Barack Obama administration.
