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The West Hollywood Pride Parade drew criticism on social media after videos of BDSM and other graphic acts were done in front of children.
The three-day "WeHo Pride" event in West Hollywood, which was labeled for "the whole family," was reported to include graphic scenes after photos and videos of the culminating parade were posted on social media.
Tens of thousands were estimated to join or watch the LGBT+-themed parade, one of the largest of its kind in the world, as it happened in the vicinity.
Feminist outlet Reduxx shared a video on Twitter where a nearly nude man was choked and whipped by another man in bondage gear.
"Two men performed a sex act in public as BDSM flags were displayed during the 'family friendly' West Hollywood Pride Parade yesterday," the outlet tweeted. "A witness to the 'float' informed Reduxx that children were in attendance." Meanwhile, journalist Belissa Cohen confirmed "[t]ons of kids" were present at the event.
Tons of kids were present—thousands of people, including families, lined both sides of the public boulevard, yelling & cheering. Sunny Sunday afternoon. No gatekeeping possible.
— Belissa Cohen #NoFemaleLanguage4Men (@BelissaCohen) June 5, 2023
Nearly 40% of West Hollywood's population identified as part of the LGBT+ community.
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