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Duke, Durham host Gay Pride Parade

Started by LostInTime, October 02, 2006, 02:06:45 PM

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October 02, 2006, 02:06:45 PM
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The annual event, the biggest of its kind in North Carolina, was held on and around Duke's East Campus, attracting thousands of people from both within the state and as far away as California.

Approximately 6,000 people gathered around Main, Broad and Ninth streets to support the parade in its 22nd year and cheer as the floats drove by.

"[The purpose of this event is] to create a day and time for the LGBT community to celebrate... and build positive bridges with the non-gay community" said Keith Hayes, spokesperson for The Pride Committee of North Carolina. "We couldn't pull it off without Duke."
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Of course the religious types could not stay away.  One annoying group did show up to protest the event.   ::)
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