"Town Manager Resigns Amid Anti-Gay Pressure in New Hampshire Town"
The town of Littleton, New Hampshire, is experiencing a cultural shift as it becomes more diverse and inclusive, leading to tensions over LGBTQ+ representation in public art. The town manager resigned after facing pressure from a selectboard member who made derogatory comments about gay people, sparking a debate over inclusion and tolerance. The controversy centered around murals funded by a diversity grant, with the selectboard considering regulating artistic expression on town property. Despite the divide, a group of local business owners and New Hampshire's congressional delegation emphasized the importance of public art and cultural expression. The town manager, whose late son was gay, received widespread support for defending the arts and urged the community to continue fighting for civil rights and equality.