“I do feel like there was this massive shift in Orlando, and I do feel like we’ve grown through that struggle as a community. “I just think people had to realize, ‘If I’m not doing anything, I’m continuing to be a part of the problem,’ ” Harris said. Streets flooded for memorial ceremonies and candlelit vigils.
Rainbow flags flew outside of homes and strung up around Lake Eola. Orlando Strong stickers were plastered in business windows.
The outpouring was purposeful and pronounced. In the wake of the loss, Harris and Pressley watched their community change almost overnight.
