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Anti-LGBTQ remarks at Scranton council meeting draw rebukes from residents and council members
Summary
A public commenter used profane language to denounce the pride flag displayed at City Hall, prompting multiple residents and council members to call for enforcement of meeting conduct rules and for the council president to use the gavel to maintain order.
A heated exchange during the public-comment period of a Scranton City Council meeting escalated when a speaker used profane, anti-LGBTQ language to criticize the city's decision to fly a pride flag, prompting several residents and council members to demand enforcement of chamber conduct rules.
Bob Bolas, who identified himself during public comment as a mayoral candidate, addressed the council about the pride flag at City Hall. "That flag behind you, gentlemen... The other is the American flag. And we just pledged 1 nation under God. Out front, we have a **** queer flag flying on…
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