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North Carolina Governor: NBA Pulling All-Star Game Over HB2 Is "An Insult To Our State"

Governor Pat McCrory claims the decision "sets a dangerous precedent."

The NBA has pulled the 2017 All-Star Game out of North Carolina and Governor Pat McCrory is not happy about it—he calls the decision "total P.C. B.S."

McCrory was a major proponent of HB2, the controversial law which prevents local governments from passing anti-discrimination laws and prohibits trans people from using the restroom that matches their gender identity.

“It’s an insult to our city. It’s an insult to our state,” he told Charlotte radio station WFAE of the cancelation. “And I think it sets a dangerous precedent of the corporate sports and entertainment elite, basically asking for a quid pro quo on legislation or else they’ll deny their service.”

The game, originally planned for Charlotte next February, would have been a huge money-maker for the city, second to only the 2012 Democratic National Convention.

“It’s definitely going to hit us pretty hard,” said local marketing director Morgan Conroy.

The NBA acknowledged North Carolina fans in a statement, calling them “among the most passionate in our league.”

“It is also important to stress that the city of Charlotte and the Hornets organization have sought to provide an inclusive environment and that the Hornets will continue to ensure that all patrons—including members of the LGBT community—feel welcome while attending games and events in their arena.”

The league also hinted that the game could return to Charlotte in 2019, “provided there is an appropriate resolution to this matter.”

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