In a startling incident at the Emerald City Hoedown in Seattle, the Borderline Dance team, known for their patriotic spirit and American flag-themed attire, found themselves at the center of controversy. Invited by the Rain Country Dance Association, an organization that promotes LGBTQ-friendly country western dance events, the team was excited to showcase their talents. However, their excitement quickly turned to disbelief when they were informed that their American flag shirts had upset some attendees, who claimed the attire made them feel “triggered and unsafe.”
The Rain Country Dance Association prides itself on creating inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ community and their allies in the Pacific Northwest. Their events are designed to be welcoming to all, aiming to foster connections through dance. Yet, the inclusion of the Borderline Dance team, with their flag-inspired outfits, inadvertently sparked a heated debate about freedom of expression and the symbolism of the American flag in diverse communities.
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Upon arriving at the event, the dance team was confronted with the news that their patriotic apparel was causing discomfort among a segment of the participants. The reasons cited touched on global and national issues, including the situation in Palestine and concerns within the Trans community in the United States. Initially, the team was warned they might face hostility from the audience, including boos and walkouts. This warning escalated to an ultimatum: change out of their flag-themed shirts into neutral attire provided by the event organizers or forego their performance altogether.
If you live in the United States and feel “Triggered and unsafe” you need to get the hell out of the country and quit bitching about it.