And you thought Napa's "pride" parade was bad

So, I already mentioned about Napa's disappointing "pride" parade (that wasn't gay at all). A friend of The Fruit that was actually in attendance at the parade had some choice words, and said it was actually kind of disappointing. (And he *knew* what it was supposed to be) Turns out it was a couple dance groups, a flag or two and a fire truck. Yeah.

Napa's "pride" issues aside, check this out:

TCOOO Productions, the label behind the "18 Karat Reggae" CD series, is holding the first ever Straight Pride Parade in Brooklyn, New York on August 31, 2008... New reggae/dancehall sensation Jango Fresh said, "the Straight pride parade is a great idea because when a song like "Hit them hard" by my label mate Stapler can be banned just because it stresses the importance of a male and a female in every family, it is a sign that heterosexuals need to wake up. [Quote of a quote from Pam's House Blend]

The quote continues from Good As You, via Joe.My.God:

"The Straight Pride Parade is a chance for Heterosexuals to gather together and proudly embrace their sexuality. The Parade will also allow reggae and dancehall fans who are in New York City for the Labor Day celebrations to get together and celebrate reggae, dancehall and family in love and unity. Adults are encouraged to bring their children along for the celebrations, as the event will be family oriented.

The president of TCOOO said he hopes the event will unify the reggae community who has seen many reggae events cancelled recently not only in the United States but all over Europe and the Caribbean. "I sat quietly and watched as they cancelled artists like Buju Banton, Sizzla Kalonji and Capleton" he said, "but when the gay community went after TCOOO artists like Vineyard the Rebel Priest, Stapler and Jango Fresh we decided that we must make a show of strength."

Even worse, if you couldn't tell from the quote, is that the parade is being held in response to some songs being pulled from NY radio for promoting gay bashing. Check out the lyrics, from song, "Hit Them Hard":

Jah Jah gonna hit them hard
All the men who visit men backyard
Leaving all the women to starve
One thunder ball and all of them pause

Hand in hand with my lady
Hug her and kiss her cause she carried my baby
But some boys moving shady

Kinda makes Napa seem supportive.