Mississippi School Cancels Prom Rather Then Let Lesbian Take Girlfriend

The Mississippi school district that had refused to allow a lesbian student to escort her girlfriend to a high school senior prom has decided not to host the prom at all after its decision was challenged by the ACLU.

In a statement issued late yesterday, Itawamba County school district officials said, “It is our hope that private citizens will organize an event for the juniors and seniors”. “However, at this time, we feel that it is in the best interest of the Itawamba County School District, after taking into consideration the education, safety and well being of our students.”

[ via Lez Get Real ]