Rapid Response Memo: Forsyth County Drag Cancellation

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On February 27, a local drag performer named Mrs. Ivana planned a 2-hour “Family Fun Show”, an all-ages drag event to take place on Sunday, April 23 at a Forsyth County building. On April 12, Mrs. Ivana celebrated over 150 tickets sold for the event. Despite the event material framed as “100% appropriate for children” and alcohol-free, the event drew intense community backlash from right-wing ‘parental rights’ organizers who claimed the event was targeting children for “indoctrination”. After prolonged backlash and claims of threats against organizers and would-be attendees, the organizers canceled the event and refunded ticket holders.

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North Carolina SitRep - April 27, 2023

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BDI produces regular state-focused situation reports (SitReps) on key risk trends and activity to help partners identify early warning signs of political or election violence in North Carolina.

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Arizona SitRep - May 1, 2023

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BDI produces regular state-focused situation reports (SitReps) on key risk trends and activity to help partners identify early warning signs of political or election violence in Arizona.

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