Peter Murphy
Longtime LGBTQ+ activist and 78er involved in Protect Mardi Gras, advocating to preserve the Mardi Gras parade as an inclusive cultural event and stabilise its finances and community support.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 17min
The fight over Mardi Gras’ future
Charlie Murphy, activist with Pride in Protest focused on trans rights and direct action, and Peter Murphy, 78er with Protect Mardi Gras aiming to stabilise the parade’s finances and inclusivity. They clash over who controls Mardi Gras, the role of political messaging, police and sponsor participation, and whether activism or event stability should lead the parade’s future.
