Posted on 07/29/2023 9:12:29 AM PDT by matt04
Community activists are planning a “ball gown tailgate party” in protest at the Jason Aldean concert Sunday at the Xfinity Theatre in Hartford. Aldean’s music video for his song “Try that in a small town” drew controversy nationwide.
The group based the theme of the tailgate on a viral meme depicting Jason Aldean in a gown with the words “Try that in a ball gown."
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Kamora Herrington who runs Kamora’s Cultural Corner organized the event called “Small Towns against Hate” and says the tailgate is not a protest but is a way to have fun while having difficult conversations. “If the way that we come together is to have a fight, who wins? No one, “said Herrington.
“When what seems like intolerance comes to town. Let's get together and enjoy each other…Let's share conversation over food and snacks and let's tailgate and have a great time,” said Herrington.
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What does that have to do with the song?
The whole premise seems silly. Although women do look nice in ball gowns.
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