San Diego Pride defends the artistic integrity as Jewish organizations exit over the event's headliner, R&B artist Kehlani.
Several Jewish organizations have announced their withdrawal from next month's San Diego Pride activities due to concerns over the event's headliner, R&B artist Kehlani. The groups cite what they perceive as violent and hateful rhetoric from the performer.
"We respect our local Jewish community’s decision not to participate in San Diego Pride’s programming this year. Each member of our community must make their own decision about attending this year’s events, but we hope everyone will come out as a sign of solidarity for our queer community," the statement read.