Three people were arrested after a brawl broke out between demonstrators and counter-protestors in opposition of the Glendale Unified School District’s recognition of Pride Month and policies on LGBT content in classrooms.
Several hundred people gathered for a demonstration on June 6 outside of Glendale Unified’s board meeting, where the board voted unanimously to proclaim June 2023 as “LGBT Pride Month.”
While most of the protest remained peaceful, a fight erupted between a small group of people on opposing sides. At least three individuals were arrested for various charges—including the unlawful use of pepper spray and willfully obstructing officers in the course of their duties, according to the Glendale Police Department….