Marsha P Johnson

Marsha P Johnson

activist United States

Marsha P Johnson was a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, known for her activism in the 1969 Stonewall Riots, which are often credited with igniting the modern fight for gay rights in the United States. A Black trans woman, Johnson was a founding member of the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR) alongside Sylvia Rivera, advocating for the rights of transgender and marginalized individuals. She played a pivotal role in several LGBTQ+ organizations and was known for her vibrant personality and commitment to social justice. Johnson's legacy continues to inspire activists today, especially in the context of advocating for the rights of transgender individuals and people of color.

Born on Aug 24, 1945 (79 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
155,246
Power
9,116$
Sentiment
8.83
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 2 9.00 0.04% +0% 331,002,651 120,892 $21,000,000 7,670$
Canada 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 38,005,238 16,090 $1,700,000 720$
United Kingdom 1 9.00 0.03% +0% 67,886,011 18,264 $2,700,000 726$
Totals 4 436,893,900 155,246 $25,400,000 9,116$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Advocates have fought hard in recent years to promote the crucial role played by transgender pioneers of the movement such as Marsha P. Johnson. 7

The Globe and Mail: Trump’s erasure of transgender references extends to Stonewall monument website

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Marsha P Johnson is noted for allegedly throwing the first brick during the Stonewall Riots. 9

The Guardian: US park service erases references to trans people from Stonewall Inn website | Trump administration