Despite Backlash, Drag Queen Story Hour Continues

The Brian Lehrer Show | Jun 11, 2019

Rachel Aimee, executive director, NYC Chapter, discusses the backlash against Drag Queen Story Hour from the Christian right because drag performers regularly entertain children at libraries and community centers.

Come to @BrianLehrer for enlightenment, stay for @Deborahguarino ! The author of Is Your Mama a Llama was just on the show. @StorytimeDrag will be even more lit!
— Marysol Castro (@marysolcastro) June 11, 2019

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