The Old State Saloon in Eagle, Idaho, celebrates June asHeterosexual Wonder Month“
But as you might expect, leftists aren’t too happy about Barr’s infringement of sacred earthly territory, given that June is Pride Month.
“This is deeply unfortunate. I can tolerate different political views, but I cannot tolerate bigotry and hatred towards marginalized communities.”
Last week, Old State announced its month-long celebration on Facebook:
This month marks OSS’ first ever Heterosexual Awesomeness Month! Join us all month long in celebrating heterosexuals. Without them, none of us would be here! Every Monday is Heterosexual Male Monday, where any heterosexual man dressed as a heterosexual man will receive a free draft beer. Every Wednesday is Heterosexual Couples Day, where heterosexual couples will receive 15% off their bill. More events will be announced in the coming weeks. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to stay up to date.
Old State Spread the word On Friday, the group announced, “We’re looking for qualified judges to decide on a Monday in June whether the men’s outfits are officially heterosexual. We’ll be paying $15 an hour and offering free beer. If you think you’d be qualified to make heterosexual judgments, please email us with your qualifications at heteroclothingpro@oldstatesaloon.com. We’d love to hear from you!”
“A blatant attack on the queer community”
While many of the people who commented on Old State’s Facebook announcement of Straight Awesomeness Month loved the initiative, not everyone was a fan. Here are a few examples:
- “This is deeply unfortunate. I can tolerate differing political views, but I cannot tolerate bigotry and hatred towards marginalized communities,” one commenter said. I have written “There are a lot of LGBTQ+ people in my karaoke group who don’t feel safe among staff or customers right now. Any way you look at it, this is a blatant attack on the queer community.”
- “Every day is straight day,” another commenter wrote. Claimed“They’re not a marginalized group, they’re a normal group. I don’t care if you’re happy to be heterosexual, but pointing out that you’re heterosexual during Gay Pride Month is insulting, it’s marginalizing, and it creates separation and discord.”
- “It’s so depressing to see such mundane and outdated norms perpetuated just to satisfy pea-sized egos and brains!” another commenter I have written“Open your mind, let go of your pride of being ‘straight,’ love yourself, and accept reality.”
Among them were the following: jewelry“I support heterosexuality, but I don’t see why it should be forced on us. Do it in the privacy of your own home.”
Additionally, an editorial writer for the Idaho Statesman responded to Old State’s announcement by saying:Free beer for straight men! Eagle Bar’s “Straight Month” exposes “transgender” people in blatant prejudice“
Writer Michael Dees roundly criticized the bar’s month-long promotion, calling it “thinly hated,” adding that “the marketing tactic is a disturbing response to LGBTQ+ Pride Month, which celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender pride every June.”
Old State Strikes Back
The bar was undaunted by the commotion; Post the next message Friday: “We’ve heard many of you are upset about Heterosexual Awesomeness Month. Please know: 1) we love our LGBTQ+ customers. 2) we will not change our minds or give in to a group of people with harsh reactions. 3) we welcome everyone to join us in celebrating heterosexuality this June!”
Old State added in the same post that this Thursday will be “Her Hetero Happy Hour,” which means happy hour prices will apply to heterosexual women all day. Oh, and “Hetero Awesomeness T-shirts” will be available soon.
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