It was a decision based on principle rather than politics, but it sparked a firestorm of controversy and broader discussion about LGBTQ+ rights. “We owe it to [Fuller, Rorex and Tate] and ourselves to keep bending the arc toward justice.”Jared Polis speaks during the opening of Bending the Arc at the Museum of Boulder on March 14. Credit: Anna BedellCurating changePiecing together the history of Bending the Arc brought together decades of archival materials, personal narratives and community contributions. Born and raised in Boulder, Zinn’s mother, Sonny, was an educator and social justice advocate who participated in demonstrations supporting civil rights efforts. It goes back and forth sometimes, and the exhibit calls that out.”Beyond Boulder, Bending the Arc serves as a significant touchstone in the national fight for LGBTQ+ rights. “Because the actions we take today shape the history of tomorrow.”ON VIEW: Bending the Arc: A Uniquely Boulder Story of LGBTQ+ Rights.