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Former Saturday Night Live star Victoria Jackson isn’t exactly endearing herself to anybody in recent years.
We haven’t covered the sad saga of the former SNL cast member for a little while now, but in the last few decades she’s been all about spreading hate and fear — often in venomous comments against the LGBT community.
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This week, she popped back up in the news once more. The occasion this time was a city council meeting in Franklin, Tennessee where the 63-year-old lives. The council was holding a town hall to discuss ideas about holding a gay pride parade. When the council members opened up the floor to public comment, Jackson got in line and waited to speak.
Once she got up to the podium, she delivered a minute-long screed against gay people, referencing the Bible and claiming God “hates” homosexuality, sodomy, and pride. She began by citing one verse and saying this of a potential gay pride parade:
Then, the SNL alum referenced ruined Biblical cities Sodom and Gomorrah:
With just a few seconds to wrap up her public commentary, Jackson encouraged younger people “not to be brainwashed” by the supposed LGBT agenda (LOLz, what crap!) and fight back.
As you can see (below), the whole thing was a s**t show:
All this over a gay pride parade?!
Girl, come on. Get a hobby or something!!
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Reacting on Twitter, thousands of people were decidedly unimpressed with Jackson’s bizarre rant. Here are just a few of the many responses to the ex-TV star’s diatribe:
Damn!!
Of course, Jackson has been out of the mainstream spotlight for a while now. She was on SNL from 1986 through 1992 before leaving to star in a
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Lizzo is speaking out on her decision to perform in Tennessee over the weekend, despite the state’s new anti-drag legislation.
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Watch out for this big grrrl, Tennessee lawmakers.
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from Jim Toth, and the reportedly has “no regrets.”On March 24, Witherspoon and Toth shared the news that they were ending their 11-year marriage in a . “We have some personal news to share,” they wrote. “It is with a great deal of care and consideration that we have made the difficult decision to divorce.” The statement, which was signed off by “Reese and Jim,” continued, “We have enjoyed so many wonderful years together and are moving forward with deep love, kindness, and mutual respect for everything we have created together.
Located in the north of Tennessee, Nashville is known as the hometown of country music thanks to its thriving scene. With Taylor Swift moving to the city as a youngster to kick start her career and with Dolly Parton calling the area her home, it’s clear that Music City has the A-list stamp of approval. But despite its roots, Nashville is far more than a music hub for songwriters and fans alike.
Jackson, 63, took to the podium to weigh in on the council’s discussion about holding a gay pride parade.She argued that Franklin should not celebrate the gay community, claiming that God “hates” sodomy, homosexuality, sexual immorality and pride.“Like, one of the most things he hates is pride,” she insisted as she cited Bible verses.“Proverbs 11:12: When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. The Lord detests all the proud of heart.
unanimously reelected by the Nashville Metro Council and thus will be serving as his own “interim” replacement.Speaking to Politico journalist Jackie Padilla, Pearson said, “I’m hopeful that I’ll be reinstated tomorrow.
“WE SHALL OVERCOME…” Serendipitous, indeed. pic.twitter.com/f4bj5akUteAmong those who voiced their support for the ousted politicians were Vice President Kamala Harris, who gave an impassioned speech in Nashville on Saturday; Paul McCartney guitarist Brian Ray, and late night host John Oliver.
identifying as any part of our pride rainbow punishable by up to 20 years in prison. As of this writing, it’s not yet been signed into law. The only thing that will stop it is outside pressure.The headline sitting to the right is closer to home: “CPA Condemns Tennessee Bill that Bans Drag Performances.”“‘Adult cabaret performance’ means a performance in a location other than an adult cabaret that features topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, male or female impersonators who provide entertainment that appeals to a prurient interest, or similar entertainers, regardless of whether or not performed for consideration,” reads Tennessee Senate Bill 3/House Bill 9.That’s an awful lot of wiggle room to oppress.
we need to talk. All of my incredible musician friends, songwriters, artists, & producers, must speak out against tyranny and in favor of representative democratic norms in your state. This is preposterous.
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