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RuPaultheQueen of Drag has decried a recent onslaught of political tactics targeting the drag and trans communities.
The Emmy-winningRuPaul’s Drag Racehost criticized the move as one mounted by bullies targeting vulnerable people in American society.
RuPaul on ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race.'.MTV/World of Wonder
“‘Hey, look over there!’
“We know that bullies are incompetent at solving real issues.
They look for easy targets so they can give the impression of being effective.
Drag queens are the marines of the queer movement.
Don’t get it twisted and don’t be distracted.
“I am deeply upset and saddened to hear about the drag ban in Tennessee.
“People come to our shows to have a good time and to escape the cruel reality of life.
Drag brings joy and inspiration to all audiences.
Drag changes people’s lives and that’s what pushes me to continue fighting for our community.”
“you’re able to’t ban those things.
you oughta make your choice heard.
GAY BOYZ, YOU’RE NEXT!!
Trust and believe.”
Memphis entertainer Bella DuBalle resisted the laws in a speech at a February performance.
“This is an attempt to erase drag in Tennessee.
“Pride began to commemorate the events of Stonewall.
Back in Stonewall, we weren’t allowed to do drag.
So, what happened when the cops came in and tried to beat us down?
We picked up them bricks and set them packing.
“Kids are future rockstars, they’re future painters, future museum curators or even future art critics.
“Because in the future they’ll be the ones keeping it alive.”
