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Leach told Capitol Media Services the issue is not just local. 'Performers were seen dressed in scantily clad attire while carrying out provocative dance moves that left little to the imagination as youngsters watched,'' according to the statement by five Republican senators. Vince Leach, R-Tucson, who is leading the effort, also complained of a Pride Night at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, what was billed as a 'family friendly'' event in which children were present. A spokeswoman for Tucson Unified School District said the event, while on school property, was club activity coordinated by students and not staff.īut the Republicans, in proposing legislation, pointed out the effort was spearheaded by two school counselors who lead the LGBTQ+ student club, one of whom was later arrested on charges of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.Īnd Sen. The move follows reports of a drag show last month at Tucson Magnet High School. PHOENIX - Saying it promotes 'sexual perversion,'' Arizona Republican state senators are crafting legislation to make it a crime for parents to let a minor attend 'drag shows.''Īnd they definitely could not participate.