The Stonewall Riots of 1969 are considered the catalysts for the modern-day gay rights movement.

It's been 50 years since the historic riots, which began when police raided a gay bar in New York City called Stonewall Inn.

Today on All Sides, a look back at the time of Stonewall, what triggered the protests and the remaining hurdles for gay rights in Columbus and across the country.

Guest:
Jason Baumann, Susan and Douglas Dillion Assistant Director for Collection Development at the New York Public Library. Baumann coordinates the Library's LGBTQ Initiative
AJ Casey, Executive Director, Stonewall Columbus
Wahru Cleveland, LGBTQ elder in Columbus, alive during stonewall