Something everyone can be proud of....

Published on June 27, 2010 By dan_l In Blogging

One of the most iconic trophies in sports at Chicago's Pride parade.

Recently traded Blackhawk Brent Sopel took part in Sunday's Pride Parade to honor his friend, Toronto GM Brian Burke and Burke's late son, Brendan. 21-year-old Brendan was killed in an auto accident in Indiana on Feb. 5, three months after the Miami (Ohio) university senior and hockey team student manager made news by telling his parents and team members that he was gay.

Wingnut head 'splosion in....10......9.....8....

Comments

Dr Guy

on Jun 27, 2010

Oxford Ohio. I know. I am a Dayton Flyer. We are rivals but never wish this on any of them.

So why are wingnuts going to explode? It was a nice gesture.

dan_l

on Jun 27, 2010

Dr Guy

comment 1

Oxford Ohio. I know. I am a Dayton Flyer. We are rivals but never wish this on any of them.
So why are wingnuts going to explode? It was a nice gesture.

As we've seen---even around here----there are still many stone agers with a irrational fear of queer folks. Stuff like pride - and the boldness of people who are not part of the LGBT community to participate----typically attract the ire of some of Illinois well known anti-gay hate organizations.

Daiwa

on Jun 28, 2010

You might be surprised at the number of 'wing-nuts' for whom this is no issue. Not gonna see as much brain spatter as you might think.

Was gonna say 'as you might hope' but then I'm sure you don't really want our heads to explode.

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