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U.S. secretary of state criticizes FIFA over LGBTQ armband ban at World Cup in Qatar

Por: New York Daily News Politics November 23, 2022

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U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken on Tuesday condemned FIFA’s ban on armbands showing support for the LGBTQ community during World Cup matches. The nation’s top diplomat told reporters it’s “always concerning” to see restrictions on freedom of expression. “It’s especially so when the expression is for diversity and for inclusion,” Blinken said during a news conference at Doha’s Diplomatic Club alongside Qatari officials.... + full article



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