'Hetero Awesome Fest' planned for Idaho capitol during LGBTQ Pride Month
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The owner of an Idaho bar and restaurant plans to host a two-day “Hetero Awesome Fest” outside of the state Capitol in Boise in June to coincide with LGBTQ Pride Month. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Mark Fitzpatrick, the owner of the Old State Saloon in Eagle, a suburb of Boise, said the event was inspired by the restaurant’s inaugural “Heterosexual Awesomeness Month,” held last June in response to Pride celebrations.
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Main Idea: Mark Fitzpatrick plans a two-day “Hetero Awesome Fest” in Boise during Pride Month as a pro-traditional-family event meant to counter LGBTQ Pride celebrations.
Key Points:
- The festival is set for June 20 and 21 at Cecil D. Andrus Park, across from the Idaho Capitol.
- It will include live music, speakers, food and drink vendors, and organizers are seeking bands, volunteers, sponsors, and vendors.
- Fitzpatrick says the event and his related nonprofit, Heterosexual Awesomeness Inc., are meant to promote traditional family values and respond to liberal cultural trends.
- The plan has drawn backlash and attention before, after Fitzpatrick’s earlier “Heterosexual Awesomeness Month” sparked controversy last year.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The event could deepen tension in Boise and draw protests, creating stress for nearby residents and small businesses.
Positive Impact
The festival may also bring customers to local vendors, hotels, and bars, though turnout and benefits are uncertain.
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Owner of the Old State Saloon and the central actor organizing and explaining the Hetero Awesome Fest.
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Newly created nonprofit that Fitzpatrick says will host the festival and seek donors.
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Fitzpatrick’s bar and restaurant, which is the business behind the related Pride-month response and publicity.
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Mentioned as the local Pride organizer reacting to the planned event.
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Source of Boise Pride’s reaction to the planned festival.
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Source of a prior quote from Fitzpatrick about the earlier event.
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