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Tennessee’s new anti-drag law comes with economic costs

by Dylan Miettinen

Mar 31, 2023

The bill’s vague language is making drag queens, businesses and festivals apprehensive about future performances.

“Our performers don't perform or do anything that's considered lewd or obscene," said Josh Cloud, owner of the Big Drag Bus. "But the definition of obscene or lewd is up for debate.”

Courtesy Tyler Shields