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Posted 5 years ago Tagged family Gay Son Mother

We want to start out by saying this post is purely to educate. As mothers of gay sons, we have learned so much on this journey and would like to share thoughts and feelings from people who are near and … Read the rest here

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Utah’s Gov. Spencer Cox is making headlines again, and this time, it’s all about flags—yep, flags. During his monthly press conference on June 10, 2025, Cox didn’t hold back, calling both a new Utah flag ban law and Salt Lake City’s workaround flags “dumb.” Seven times in under a minute, to be exact. 😳

So, what’s the deal with this fiery feud, and why does it matter? Let’s break it down.

The drama centers around HB77, a Utah law that bans “non-sanctioned” flags—like Pride, Juneteenth, or other diversity-themed banners—from being displayed on government property or in public schools. Passed by the state’s Republican-majority legislature, it’s the first law of its kind in the U.S. Cox didn’t sign it, nor did he veto it, letting it take effect in March 2025 without his pen because a veto would’ve been overridden. In a letter to lawmakers, he called it “flawed” and divisive, arguing it fuels culture wars without solving real problems.

Enter Salt Lake City, which found a clever workaround. The city council adopted three new official flags, incorporating elements of the Pride, Trans, and Juneteenth flags, mixed with the sego lily, Utah’s state flower. SLC’s move was a bold pushback against the state’s ban, ensuring symbols of inclusion could still fly.

But Cox? He’s not a fan. “I’m sure they feel great that they got around this dumb law, and they did it with dumb flags,” he quipped, suggesting the city’s workaround was performative. He even lamented, “We’re living in the dumbest timeline.”

Flags aren’t just fabric—they’re symbols of identity, freedom, and belonging. Cox’s “dumb” remarks risk trivializing a debate that’s deeply personal for many. His call to unify under the American flag sounds nice, but critics argue it sidesteps the unique struggles of communities who’ve fought for recognition. Plus, Cox’s track record—signing a ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors and not issuing a Pride Month proclamation this year—has some questioning his commitment to inclusion, despite his “bridge-building” rhetoric.

One thing is certain, Trevor Lee, the sponsor of HB77 assured Utahns he’s coming back with more anti-LGBTQ bills in the next legislative session.
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Asking for a friend—and the silent majority.

Ya’ll means ALL. 🌈

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The Mormon baptismal covenant is “to mourn with those who mourn, and comfort those who stand in need of comforting.”

It is NOT to ADD to the pain, cause additional mourning, and create discomfort. Right?

These comments are just a snapshot of the thousands that come from temple recommend holding Latter-day Saints who think they are defending Jesus.

This is why we Pride. This is why we gather. This is why your pews are emptying.

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