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Messages of LGBT equality are not in keeping with the messages of pride in Irish heritage the parade promotes.

Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade organizer Philip J. Wuschke Jr., on why the Allied War Veterans Council, which runs the parade, was opposed to allowing a gay veteran’s group to participate openly in the event.

Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade organizer Philip J. Wuschke Jr., on why the Allied War Veterans Council, which runs the parade, was opposed to allowing a gay veteran’s group to participate openly in the event.

Daniel Luzer is GOVERNING's news editor.