Wednesday, February 19, 2025

What the H?!! Alliterative Clown Show at Iowa House GOP performs master class in frivolous legislation

 
Headline:  Des Moines Register, 2/18/2025

The bill defines a drag show as a performance primarily where the performer "exhibits a gender identity that is different than the performer’s gender assigned at birth" by their clothing, makeup, accessories or other features. 
The prohibition applies whether the performer sings, lip-syncs, dances, reads or "performs for entertainment," regardless of whether they receive payment. 
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Rep. Helena Hayes, R-New Sharon, said many lawmakers hear concerns from constituents about drag shows, and this bill addresses questions about whether some drag shows with “obscene material” and profanity are appropriate for young children.

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2nd time in two days that Helena has been iu the news:

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