‘One Million Moms’ Petitions Against Nonbinary, Trans Themes in Macy’s Parade
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
1:45 PM – Monday, November 13, 2023
A petition against the inclusion of LGBTQ+ material in next week’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has received more than 18,300 signatures.
The petition claims that the parade would feature a “non-binary and transgender extravaganza,” potentially exposing underage spectators to “inappropriate, adult messaging.” It was initiated by One Million Moms, a branch of the American Family Association that aims to “stop the exploitation of our children,” according to their website.
Broadway theatrical performances by self-labeled nonbinary and transgender performers are specifically mentioned in the petition.
According to National Review, one included performer is Justin David Sullivan, who plays the lead role in the Broadway musical & Juliet and refers to himself as “he/she/they.” Sullivan has expressed being strongly committed to promoting nonbinary individuals. Notably, Sullivan turned down a nomination for the 2023 Tony Awards since the performer felt that the categories were “too gender-specific.”
Another actor highlighted is Alex Newell, who plays Lulu in the Broadway production of Shucked and is well-known for similarly utilizing all pronouns, referred to as being “gender-nonconforming.”
Additionally, the petition included transgender singer Kim Petras’s 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade appearance and noted the controversial Grammy performances by Petras and non-binary artist Sam Smith.
“Maybe I’m not a man, maybe I’m not a woman, maybe I’m just me,” Smith said in an Elite Daily piece.
“The non-binary and transgender extravaganza on display this Thanksgiving will be brought to you by Macy’s during their annually sponsored Thanksgiving Day Parade,” the One Million Moms group stated. “Unless they are forewarned about it, this year’s holiday parade will potentially expose tens of millions of viewers at home to the liberal LGBTQ agenda.”
In addition, the organization threatened to boycott Oreo due to their LGBTQ+ promotion, they banned American Girl for releasing a doll with lesbian aunts, and came down on Parents Magazine for one of their magazine covers that depicted two gay fathers.
More than 18,300 people have now signed the petition against the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as of 1:30 pm on November 13th .
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How has the inclusion of LGBTQ+ content in previous events, such as Kim Petras’ appearance at the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and controversial Grammy performances, influenced the arguments made by One Million Moms in their petition
The petition against the inclusion of LGBTQ+ material in the upcoming Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has gained significant attention, with over 18,300 signatures. The petition claims that the parade will feature a ”non-binary and transgender extravaganza” and raises concerns about the potential exposure of underage spectators to “inappropriate, adult messaging.” One Million Moms, a branch of the American Family Association dedicated to protecting children from exploitation, initiated the petition.
Of particular concern for the petitioners are the Broadway theatrical performances by self-identified nonbinary and transgender performers. Justin David Sullivan, who plays the lead role in the Broadway musical “& Juliet” and refers to himself as “he/she/they,” is mentioned in the petition. Sullivan has been vocal about promoting nonbinary individuals and even turned down a nomination for the 2023 Tony Awards, deeming the categories too gender-specific. Another highlighted actor is Alex Newell, known for playing Lulu in the Broadway production of “Shucked” and using all pronouns as a gender-nonconforming individual.
The petition also references transgender singer Kim Petras’ appearance at the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and mentions controversial Grammy performances by Petras and nonbinary artist Sam Smith. The One Million Moms group argues that unless viewers at home are forewarned about the inclusion of LGBTQ+ content, the parade will expose tens of millions of viewers to what they perceive as a liberal LGBTQ agenda.
This is not the first time One Million Moms has taken issue with companies promoting LGBTQ+ inclusivity. The organization previously threatened to boycott Oreo for their LGBTQ+ promotion, criticized American Girl for releasing a doll with lesbian aunts, and called out Parents Magazine for featuring two gay fathers on one of their covers.
As the debate surrounding LGBTQ+ representation in public events continues, it remains to be seen how Macy’s and other organizations will respond to this petition. Advocates for inclusivity argue that the parade should reflect the diversity of society and provide a platform for underrepresented communities, while opponents express concerns about the potential impact on young viewers. With the petition gaining traction, the discussion about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade’s content has intensified, prompting a broader conversation about the intersection of entertainment, representation, and social change.
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