Over the decades, a shift from jeers to cheers

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Over the decades, a shift from jeers to cheers
By William Porter
Denver Post Columnist
Article Launched: 06/23/2008 12:30:00 AM MDT

http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_9668722

The sun was rising at Cheesman Park on Sunday, and Roy Vestal was ready to climb aboard the Mile High Freedom Band's float for its 25th foray in Denver PrideFest's parade.

He's seen some changes in the biggest event of the year for the city's gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community.

"We used to march, but our knees got old so now we ride," said Vestal, the conductor. "But the big thing I've noticed is the crowds. You used to have bottles flying out on us. But those jeers have turned to cheers."