Federal judge sides with Southern Utah Drag Stars in dispute with St. George officials

‘The First Amendment of the United States Constitution ensures that all citizens, popular or not ... have access to public spaces for public expression,” Judge David Nuffer wrote.

(St. George City via YouTube) Chris Keele speaks out against drag at last Thursday's St George City Council meeting. The black and white sticker on his Oath Keepers Utah shirt reads Protect Utah's Kids. A federal judge ruled against the city on Friday, June 17, saying St. George officials could not unfairly block a drag show.

Federal judge sides with Southern Utah Drag Stars in dispute with St. George officials

‘The First Amendment of the United States Constitution ensures that all citizens, popular or not ... have access to public spaces for public expression,” Judge David Nuffer wrote.

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