The new law, criticized by opponents as overly vague, seeks to ban drag performances in public schools and libraries
LGBTQ+ news and events from Europe and the Middle East including Iran, Russia, Italy, Serbia, England, and Ireland
Blount Pride will take place on Saturday, September 2 from 1 – 8 p.m. ET at the Clayton Center for the Arts, Maryville College
The ban would have taken effect on September 1 if the temporary restraining order by the judge had not been issued
LGBTQ+ groups and drag performers argued SB12 violates constitutionally-protected rights. The new law is set to go into effect on Friday
A new legal challenge says the law is so broad and vague that it criminalizes constitutionally protected expression
The neo-Nazi “Blood Tribe" were seen carrying what appeared to be assault rifles and waving large black flags with the swastika symbol
"Drag queens are artists showcasing talent through artistic expressions. The city is proud to celebrate individuality and self-expression”
Montana’s expansive “drag ban” law not only outlaws any public drag performance, but targets nearly anyone in a costume for punishment & fines
"West Hollywood’s drag performers take center stage in a wide range of the City’s arts & culture events," noted Councilmember Lauren Meister
