A 'Straight Pride' parade in downtown Boston attracted counterprotesters -- and a heavy police presence -- resulting in almost three dozen arrests
A"Straight Pride" parade in downtown Boston attracted counterprotesters -- and a heavy police presence -- resulting in almost three dozen arrests.
A large number of counterprotesters taunted marchers Saturday and chanted"Alt right, get off our streets, no justice, no peace." Counterprotesters outnumbered the parade participants, CNN affiliate WCVB reported. Boston's mayor also condemned the parade, and encouraged residents to attend block parties and other events that celebrated the city. Thirty-four people were arrested at the parade, said Boston Police Officer James Moccia, a department spokesman.
— John Atwater August 31, 2019 Nine people were transported to area hospitals, Boston EMS spokeswoman Caitlin McLaughlin said. She could not provide information on their conditions. The parade was organized by Super Happy Fun America, which says it"advocates on behalf of the straight community in order to build respect. ...
— Mayor Marty Walsh August 31, 2019 In a tweet, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh he would be celebrating"what makes our city so great -- our people -- by attending neighborhood block parties, visiting farmer's markets and BBQs, and celebrating safe neighborhoods." "As I've said, a 'Straight Pride' Parade won't overshadow the tremendous role Boston plays in the national movement for equality," Walsh said via Twitter.
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