Gay Lawmaker Criticizes Greenfield Mayor for Cancelling Pride Event
Peter Burgelis, a gay lawmaker, has criticized Greenfield’s mayor for cancelling a Pride event. On June 25, the Greenfield Health Department invited people to celebrate Pride at Konkel Park. However, Greenfield’s mayor cancelled the event, stating that “pride” and “rainbows” have taken on deep, divisive political overtones, which have caused physical altercations. The recent attack on Burgelis at Mayfair Mall is likely what the mayor was referring to in his statement.
Burgelis was hit in the face and accused his attacker of using a gay slur. The attack resulted in him needing surgery and wiring his jaw shut. Although he is now back at work, Burgelis expressed his confusion at the mayor’s decision, as his sexuality is not political. He also tried to convince the mayor to un-cancel the event, but ultimately it was the mayor’s decision.
In an email sent to Burgelis, the mayor apologized for his reference to the attack on Burgelis, stating that it was intended only as a recent point of reference. He reiterated his desire to create a celebratory, safe Farmers Market for everybody in every community. Despite the cancellation, Burgelis plans to attend the farmers’ market.
The Pride cancellation has sparked controversy, with some against it and others for it. Burgelis has criticized the decision, stating that it is an insult and a slap in the face to the LGBTQ community. However, the mayor has defended his decision, stating that the Farmers Market should be a place to buy local products and support local vendors, without being confronted by those with strong political beliefs.
Conclusion
The cancellation of the Pride event at Konkel Park in Greenfield, Wisconsin, has caused controversy and criticism from Peter Burgelis, a gay lawmaker who was recently attacked at Mayfair Mall. Burgelis has questioned the mayor’s decision to cancel the event, stating that it is an insult to the LGBTQ community. However, the mayor has defended his decision, stating that the Farmers Market should remain free of strong political beliefs. Despite the cancellation, Burgelis plans to attend the farmers’ market.
Original Story at www.fox6now.com – 2023-06-22 21:15:42
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