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Salt Lake City Unveils Bold Flags Amid Controversy

5/7/2025

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In a bold move, Salt Lake City unveiled three new flags honoring LGBTQ rights, trans rights, and Juneteenth, aligning with a controversial Utah law that bans non-sanctioned flags at public buildings. Mayor Erin Mendenhall's presentation comes amid backlash from local leaders and civil rights advocates, who argue this law stifles freedom of expression.

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In a bold move, Salt Lake City unveiled three new flags honoring LGBTQ rights, trans rights, and Juneteenth, aligning with a controversial Utah law that bans non-sanctioned flags at public buildings. Mayor Erin Mendenhall's presentation comes amid backlash from local leaders and civil rights advocates, who argue this law stifles freedom of expression.