Why drag queen story hours at public libraries are drawing outrage — and 'bubbles of love'

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Why drag queen story hours at public libraries are drawing outrage — and 'bubbles of love'
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Protesters in U.S. and in Canada say performances are sexual and inappropriate for all ages but supporters say it fosters inclusivity.

All that was going through his mind was spreading joy to the children and parents who came to hear him read and sing along to Itsy Bitsy Spider and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.

The uproar over these library events coincides with emerging debates in some U.S. states over whether there should be age restrictions on attendance at drag shows or whether drag performances should be allowed in public spaces. Even though the story time event on the weekend at the Coquitlam Public Library drew dozens of protesters and hundreds of counter-protesters, according to media reports, it went ahead as planned.

“This is not sexualizing children. They’re looking at me like I’m a sparkly Disney character. They see me as a cartoon character.” “Let’s make sure this remains a fun and family friendly day by standing up to those anti-2SLGBTQ+ bullies and showing everyone that your love is stronger than their hate,” the Anti-Hate Network’s Facebook page said.Article content

“It is a voluntary event for people who may identify as LGBTQ2IA+, people in same-sex caregiver families, their allies and interested members of the public,” she said in an email.

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