Controversial Song Banned

"Rainbowland," a collaboration between Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus, was removed from a Wisconsin first-grade spring concert setlist.

School District Cracks Down

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Celebrating Acceptance

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Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community

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Other Songs in the Concert

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Kermit's "Rainbow Connection" Reinstated

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Growing Concerns Over Content

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