Source: Fox News
Summary
During Seattle’s LGBT Pride parade, a group called “Friends of Denny Blaine” marched naked, with some onlookers cheering and children watching. The group’s website says it is dedicated to protecting Denny Blaine Park, known for its “historic nude & queer character.” The parade also featured naked men cycling and prancing around an outdoor fountain near children. Some spectators shielded the eyes of children from the nude bodies. The event sparked online fury, with viewers expressing shock and outrage. Seattle’s municipal code does not explicitly prohibit public nudity, but the city is governed by Washington’s indecent exposure law.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The parade has become a familiar spectacle, with naked marchers and cheering onlookers. Children watch as naked men and women prance around a fountain. Signs reading “Nude ≠ Lewd” and “Free to be Naked” are held by the marchers. The event sparks outrage online, with viewers expressing shock and disgust. The Seattle Police Department does not comment on whether anyone was arrested during the event.
The familiar phase of outrage and debate has begun.
