Danielle Smith "straight Pride" photo at Calgary Stampede raises eyebrows

A controversial photo of Alberta, Canada Premier Danielle Smith posing with a man in a “Straight Pride” T-shirt at the Calgary Stampede this weekend is causing a stir.

Smith’s office released a statement Monday saying: “The premier didn’t read his shirt and obviously doesn’t agree with its message.

“She has always been clear that she supports the LGBTQ+ community and will continue our work to make sure they feel safe in our province.”

The front of the man’s shirt reads: “Thank a straight person today for your existence” above the classic male/female stick figures — below: “Straight Pride.” The back of the shirt says “Good people disobey bad laws.”

Saif Kaisar has the story.

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