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WATCH: More Backlash Over Tennessee School's Gay Straight Alliance
Following clashes between student supporters of a school's Gay Straight Alliance and antigay adult protesters, school board leaders may require parents to approve their children's membership.
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WATCH: More Backlash Over Tennessee School's Gay Straight Alliance

Following clashes between student supporters of a school's Gay Straight Alliance and antigay adult protesters, school board leaders may require parents to approve their children's membership.

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WATCH: More Backlash Over Tennessee School's Gay Straight Alliance

Following clashes between student supporters of a school's Gay Straight Alliance and antigay adult protesters, school board leaders may require parents to approve their children's membership.

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