Kenny must boycott parade, support gays

Dear Taoiseach,

We are straight, lesbian, gay and bisexual, and are shocked and dismayed at your recent decision to march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New York City, on March 17.

At a time when brutal anti-gay laws are being introduced in many countries and LGBT people are the targets of violent assaults, often leading to death, we ask you to reconsider your decision and join with New York City Mayor, Bill de Blasio, New York City Council, and many others, in boycotting the parade.