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Judge Cites Dolly Parton While Striking Down Texas Drag Ban

A federal judge has struck down the 2023 Texas drag ban...and his decision cites the late, great Dolly Parton. U.S. District Judge David Hittner ruled Texas Senate Bill 12 -- which could charge drag performers with a misdemeanor and jail time and…

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