Campy 80s Pop Band The B-52’s Blasted Online For Coming Out Against Laws Banning Drag Shows, Trans Surgeries For Kids
B-52 spoke out against legislation to ban children attending drag shows From having transgender These patients had undergone surgery.
A Twitter statement was posted by the 80s campy pop band to protest red state laws that would ban children from attending drag performances and other laws banning them. “gender-affirming” Surgery for minors. Liberals were elated by the band. Others pointed out that not many people are familiar with The B-52s.
“We, The B-52’s, are deeply concerned about the numerous new bills that promote transphobia and discrimination against transgender individuals and drag artists, which have been introduced in the United States,” The band composed. “We strongly denounce these bills and stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ community.”
“It is unacceptable that in the 21st century, we are witnessing such blatant attempts to undermine the rights of individuals based on their gender identity and sexual orientation,” The group continued. “These bills not only violate the fundamental human rights of the affected individuals but also perpetuate a toxic culture of hate and intolerance that has no place in our society. Join us in denouncing these bills and standing in support of our LGBTQ+ community. Together, let us work towards building a society that reflects our shared being and is truly just, inclusive, and welcoming for all.”
Twitter users of the left praised the band’s statement. However, for all the positive comments, there were many criticisms of the band’s misrepresentation of what the bills actually do. There were also more comments from people who didn’t know that the band existed or didn’t care.
“I am utterly indifferent about what this intermittently amusing band thinks about anything,” TownHall Senior Columnist Kurt Schlichter Tweeted your response.
“Clever ploy to let people know that in fact your band still exists,” Grabien founder Tom Elliott tweeted.
“You should stick to identifying and imitating sea creatures,” Author and podcaster Jim Hanson wrote.
“Can you articulate why you believe minors should be sterilized or undergo dangerous elective surgeries?” journalist Chad Felix Greene responded. “Can you articulate why children and minors should be permitted into adult-only venues and/or exposed to adult-themed sexual performances? Do you know what you’re opposing?”
“Out of respect, I’m going to wait to hear what Bananarama and A-ha have to say before forming an opinion,” One Twitter user mocked.
“[I] know your hearts are in the right place here BUT the bills you refer to ONLY protect underaged children from sexualized content; they DO NOT in any way promote transphobia or discriminate against transgenders,” One user said so. “Read the bills.”
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