For the first time, a marching band made up of gay and lesbian members has been invited to participate in a US presidential inaugural parade ...
Gay marching bands from across America have been selected by the Lesbian and Gay Band Association to march in the inauguration parade of Barack Obama on January 20.
"I am honoured to invite these talented groups and individuals to participate in the Inaugural Parade," Obama said in a press release. "These organisations embody the best of our nation's history, diversity, and commitment to service. Vice President-elect Biden and I are proud to have them join us in the parade."
The 177-piece gay band will be joined by dozens of other bands from across the United States in the parade down Washington's Pennsylvania Avenue, which will take place after Obama's swearing-in at the Capitol.
Obama has recently been criticized by gay and lesbian advocates for his choice of pastor Rick Warren to deliver the inaugural invocation. Warren is an outspoken opponent of gay marriage.
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