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Wake Forest Pride Fest Sparks Tensions Amid Activism

10/12/2025

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Thousands gathered in Wake Forest, North Carolina, to celebrate Pride Fest coinciding with National Coming Out Day as police monitored tensions.
Attendees faced concerns about the Trump administration's transgender policies, shaping discussions during the event.
Activist John Pavlovitz urged unity against dehumanization.
Local farmer Will Arterburn criticized the gathering as contrary to biblical teachings.

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Story summary

Thousands gathered in Wake Forest, North Carolina, to celebrate Pride Fest coinciding with National Coming Out Day as police monitored tensions.
Attendees faced concerns about the Trump administration's transgender policies, shaping discussions during the event.
Activist John Pavlovitz urged unity against dehumanization.
Local farmer Will Arterburn criticized the gathering as contrary to biblical teachings.