Utah Governor Spencer Cox allowed a ban on LGBTQ+ pride flags and political flags like MAGA flags at government buildings and schools to become law without his signature, citing concerns but avoiding a potential veto override. The ban, effective May 7, imposes a $500 daily fine for displaying unauthorized flags, limiting it to American, state, and military flags. The move sparked protests in Salt Lake City, with local officials expressing opposition to the law’s perceived targeting of LGBTQ+ expression and politically neutral classrooms.
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NYC program trains at-risk youth in filmmaking to “flip the script” on gun violence
The "Flip the Script" program, initiated by the New York City Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, aims to empower at-risk teens, particularly those with gun charges, through filmmaking training. Targeting individuals aged 18 to 24 from areas like Brownsville and the South Bronx, the 40-week program offers paid mentorship to help participants, such as KJ Campbell, redirect their lives and pursue careers in film. With over 60 graduates since 2021 and a vision of reducing...
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