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Dozens of residents, mostly from Kingsburg, spoke on the issue in person and via phone, while a crowd of hundreds waited peacefully outside.
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It was a hectic week for the five council members after it was announced that Councilmember Jewel Hurtado, who has come out as a member of the LGBT+ community, announced her flag request and proposed proclamation.
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Flying the rainbow flag shows acceptance, said Leslie Nelson of Selma, who is organizing a Pride Month in the city.
 I don t think this is appropriate city business, Councilmember Brandon Purcell said, adding that he respects the crusade but that doesn t make it city business. He said he disagrees with the flag and proclamation.