Alabama gay advocacy group sues Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford
by Val Walton
The Birmingham News
Central Alabama Pride Inc. filed a federal lawsuit today against Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford in his official capacity, contending he discriminated against the group when he refused to allow city workers to hang banners supporting Gay Pride Week.
The suit said the city has hung flags or banners in support of many diverse events in Birmingham, including City Stages music festival and the Magic City Classic.
The 20th Gay Pride Parade was held June 7 in Five Points South. Langford refused to issue a proclamation for Gay Pride Week and denied permission for banners on city property. The mayor said he denied the request because it is inappropriate for a government to endorse a lifestyle, and his decision should not have surprised anyone familiar with his personality and religious views.
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The Birmingham News
Central Alabama Pride Inc. filed a federal lawsuit today against Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford in his official capacity, contending he discriminated against the group when he refused to allow city workers to hang banners supporting Gay Pride Week.
The suit said the city has hung flags or banners in support of many diverse events in Birmingham, including City Stages music festival and the Magic City Classic.
The 20th Gay Pride Parade was held June 7 in Five Points South. Langford refused to issue a proclamation for Gay Pride Week and denied permission for banners on city property. The mayor said he denied the request because it is inappropriate for a government to endorse a lifestyle, and his decision should not have surprised anyone familiar with his personality and religious views.
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