"We're seeing the most corrupt administration in this country," said Jonathan Riley, Organizing Director for Durham Progressive Democrats. "They are robbing the treasury. Their plan is to pass 5 or 6 trillion dollar tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires. They'll pay for that with cuts to programs that people depend on."
Durham School of the Arts (DSA), known as the origin for the Durham desegregation movement to some, an academic powerhouse to others, and the last bastion for arts-focused education in the nation for avid artists. Above all else, it is the heart of downtown Durham, with its century-old buildings being a cultural landmark for natives, transplants, and tourists alike.
On April 15th, 1981, Durham history would be changed forever with the murder of Ronald Antonevitch. His death would spark a revolution in Durham's LGBTQ+ community, forming the Durham Pride Parade that is still observed to this day.
Drag queens Naomi Dix and Jean-Belle Bleu reflect on the transformation of Durham's queer community throughout the years as well as give words of advice regarding how Durham residents can support their local drag scene moving forward.
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