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Were glad that Churchill Downs responded to the calls to cease racing at their track in response to the spate of horse deaths. In the past six weeks, 12 horses have died at the racetrack.
Absurd
The response from Churchill Downs to move racing to another track that they also own continues to put horses at risk. Like PETA and Animal Wellness Action have said, it isnt simply the place. There is more to it and to the industry that needs to be addressed to ensure the safety of the animals.
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Its Pride Month, yall. In the midst of a brutal year for the LGBTQ+ community with government attacks against freedom of speech events like drag shows, story hours, etc., and the frightening and dangerous laws against medical care for transgender individuals Pride is a good reason to remember a few important facts. Pride began as a riot, so dont give up the fight, even when youre tired and, two, it is okay necessary and radical to celebrate in the face of oppression.
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For the Trump-appointed U.S. District Judge, Thomas Parker in Tennessee who did his damned job, and declared the Tennesee Drag Ban law unconstitutional calling it too broad and saying in his ruling that, There is no question that obscenity is not protected by the First Amendment. But there is a difference between material that is obscene in the vernacular, and material that is obscene under the law. So while his words are a bit shady, his action is a win for the Tennessee drag community.
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For the graduating class of 2023. Congratulations kids. Make this world a better place for all.
This article appears in June 6, 2023.