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Dodgers reverse decision to exclude LGBTQ group from Pride Night following pressure from Clayton Kershaw

  • Clayton Kershaw disagrees with the Dodgers' decision to welcome the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at the team's annual Pride Night.
  • The Dodgers rescinded their original invitation to the Sisters on May 17 after receiving backlash from some conservative Roman Catholics and politicians, but later reversed their decision.
  • Kershaw approached the Dodgers about expediting the announcement that the team was bringing back Christian Faith and Family Day later this season.
  • Kershaw's issues were with the Sisters and not the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Pride Nights have caused some division in the sports landscape in recent years.
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