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A Missouri Republican state lawmaker filed legislation this week that would ban certain drag shows that could be viewed by anyone who is not an adult. The bill, filed by state Rep. Ben Baker, a Neosho Republican, would ban “adult cabaret performances” from public property or in any location that could be viewed by a child. Violators of the bill would be subject to a misdemeanor for a first offense. Subsequent offenders would be subject to a felony. Baker, on Twitter this week, said his bill was targeted at drag show events. “There is no such thing as a family friendly ‘Drag Queen’ event,” the tweet said. “As a Dad of 4 daughters I’m extremely concerned what is being allowed in public spaces accessible by minors.” The bill comes on the heels of several high-profile debates over Christmas-themed drag show performances across the state. The debate over drag shows, which has largely occurred on social media, appears to be the latest cultural issue that conservatives have latched onto i...

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