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The Proud Boys were the most active militant, far-right group involved in anti-LGBTQ events last year, turning up at half of all such protests across the country.

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  • Once a week on average in 2022, Proud Boys joined or led anti-LGBTQ protests held across the US.
  • Most of the group's demonstrating targeted drag performances; many involved violence and armed protesters.
  • Insider's interactive map shows what happened each time they joined anti-LGBTQ+ protests last year.

The Proud Boys are on the march against the LGBTQ community — and especially against drag performers.

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Here's how the Proud Boys are leading the far right's war on LGBTQ Americans