West Texas A&M University's drag show ban blocked by appeals court
University president Walter Wendler's unilateral cancellation of a campus drag show has been found unconstitutional.
August 20, 2025
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A Texas university president banned drag and compared it to blackface. Students are taking the case to the Supreme Court
The school’s religious president characterized drag shows as misogynistic and compared them to blackface performances.
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University President Who Banned Drag May Have Violated Texas Law
In a matter some might call ironic, the conservative administrator’s unilateral action banning drag performance from campus may violate a free expression law signed by the Republican governor.
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Supreme Court refuses to lift ban on Texas university drag show, sparking free speech concerns
Students at the school were planning to host a drag show next week, but the Supreme Court’s decision keeps it in limbo.
March 15, 2024
Texas Judge Strikes Down Anti-Drag Law Days After Another Upholds College Drag Ban
Very different conclusions came from two federal judges in the same state.
September 26, 2023