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Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony - In Support of Drag
Maggie Cronin Maggie Cronin

Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony - In Support of Drag

The intent behind including drag performers in the ceremony was to prompt reflection on the absurdity of violence between human beings. The performance was a creative and bold expression meant to challenge viewers to look beyond their preconceptions and see the shared humanity in all of us. However, instead of sparking this intended reflection, some within the Christian and Catholic communities took offense, perceiving the use of drag as a slight against their beliefs. This reaction highlights a deeper issue that goes beyond a single performance.

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