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I don't get it either. what exactly does getting a police float kicked out of a gay parade have to do with black lives again? That press release makes no sense what so ever. I think it's safe to assume the police presence is there with the blessing of and not in spite of the organizers, which may come as a surprise to BLM, but that isn't them. Do you want to know why the police are invited? Because it's a good idea and an important part of building acceptance and understanding between groups. something BLM doesn't seem to understand or quite frankly, in my opinion don't really care about doing.
It wasn't that long ago political, social or law enforcement leaders wouldn't be caught dead in a gay parade... It's that kind inclusionary demonstration that brings about change and broadens peoples tolerances and understanding. Again, something BLM doesn't seem to comprehend and quite frankly don't seem to care about, even if it means trouncing on something the LGBTQ community has worked years to establish.