LGBTQ+ group protests Pence's book festival appearance

A Jackson-based LGBTQ+ organization is withdrawing volunteer support from the Mississippi Book Festival due to the addition to a panel of former Vice President Mike Pence, who is known for opposing gay and transgender rights. 

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