Pridefest protest update

Just so you know here is the link to the BashBackMKE plans for a protest at Pridefest. Not only are they going to protest the protesters. That is the Religious Right and the Neo-Nazis but Pridefest itself because they have not included any Lesbians or Trans Folk on the Board or in any type of leadership position. A chronic problem since the festivals inception.

Given what has happened at RiverSplash ( I was there doing patrols) with an almost riot, The director of Pridefest has been conspicuously quiet concerning security measures. I would think that they would publish a statement to the media assuring the public that Pridefest will be doing its utmost to protect festival goers entering the grounds. Perhaps it would be wise to provide an alternate entrance for those with disabilities or who are squeamish about entering at the main gate? Or is this just another example of their gross mismanagement that seems to happen year after year? Then again perhaps we should insist that the President of Pridefest resign and someone with proper management and marketing skills replace him? What do you think?

Here is the link to IndiMedia's announcement for Bash Back Milwaukee plans for their protest.