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Reprinted from The
Washington Times, June 5, 1998.
Inside Politics
News and political dispatches from
around the nation
By Greg Pierce
Who's your daddy?
"The Official Web Site of Gay and Lesbian Day at Walt Disney World" (www.gayday.com) includes some rather racy events at
homosexual clubs in Orlando, Fla., such as "Who's Your Daddy?" --"A
Leather, Latex & Bondage Party."
"The only Trash & Sleaze event in town. Featuring live flogging
and spanking dominatrix, masters and slaves. Two shows in the main room, plus live
piercing and violet wand demonstrations in the den. Sponsored by Absolute Leather,
B.D./S.M. Group of Florida," according to the schedule of events printed at the Web
site.
You also can click on the White House icon near the top of the Web site
and get this signed message from President Clinton:
"Warm greetings to everyone taking part in the 1998 Gay and Lesbian
Pride Celebration.
"As Americans, we can be proud of our diversity. Striving together,
people of different ethnicities, backgrounds, races, beliefs, and sexual orientation have
contributed to the success of our nation, reflecting the profound truth that this rich
diversity is one of our greatest strengths. But we must face the reality that sometimes
our differences divide us; sometimes the voices of hatred and prejudice drown out the
harmony in our national life. Events like the Pride Celebration help us to recognize anew
that working in a spirit of community is not a hope but a necessity, and that our
individual dreams can only be realized by our shared efforts."
Mr. Clinton added: "I commend each of you for your dedication to
working for an America that celebrates our diversity, builds on our strengths and fulfills
our fundamental values of mutual respect and compassion. Working together, I am confident
that we can enter the 21st century as One America."
Greg Pierce can be reached at +1 (202) 636-3285 or via e-mail at Pierce@twtmail.com.
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