The designer of the original Pride flag was bullied for his sexuality

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Pride Flag Creator Gilbert Baker poses at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) on January 7, 2016 in New York City. (Photo: Spencer Platt/Getty)

This Spirit Day – where millions take a stand against LGBT+ youth bullying – we remember Gilbert Baker, the iconic designer responsible for the LGBT+ Pride flag.

The much-loved, innovative designer of the original rainbow flag was bullied at school for…