In ancient times the goddesses Venus and Aphrodite were significantly involved many aspects of life - including politics! Aphrodite was also particularly associated with gender diversity and same-gender sexuality (look at her bearded or phallic iconography, her son with Hermes, Hermaphoditus, and her association with Sappho).
Shown above is a photo taken at an LGBT+ Pride Parade in Swansea, Wales (UK), where representatives of the local Pagan community march with an image of Venus.
Clearly, her modern devotees are recalling these traditions, calling upon Venus as an ally to LGBT+ people in protest and celebration.
This is something that I discuss in my case study chapter on Aphrodite.
