The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing criticism after pulling a group of self-described queer and trans nuns from their list of honorees during the team’s upcoming Pride Night.
The “Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence” were on the Dodgers’ list of honorees until Wednesday morning. According to the group, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is to blame for the Dodgers’ change of stance.
“The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence do the same work that religious nuns do for their parish or community, except we do the work in the community and with the community. We care for the sick and the poor, and we fundraise for the community,” Ontiveros said.Sign up for NBC LA newsletters.
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