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How LGBTQ+ pride offers economic boon to Portland Metro Area
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — As Pride Month kicks off across America, the local non-profit Pride Northwest is reflecting on the impact of LGBTQ+ celebrations in the Portland Metro Area.
On top uplifting the local queer community, we're told Portland's pride celebrations also offer a nice economic boost when the popular Waterfront Festival and Parade roll into town.
Debra Porta, the executive director of Pride Northwest, joined us on AM Extra to break down those impacts.
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