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Free Brian Barakauskas

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Ralph Sean Evans
4 years ago

I agree with Brian in what should be done in the dance community and don’t think he should be canceled.

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Rebekah Ivezaj
4 years ago

If an opposing argument is threatening then that is simply pathetic

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Bruce B
4 years ago

When offering suggestions on how to move forward becomes cause for being kicked out, then there is an issue with the governing body, not with the people that are trying to forward ideas and observations. I cannot even believe this has happened to a valued member of the UCWDC society.

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Carol England
4 years ago

Free Brian

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Elena Scavone
4 years ago

I believe this was completely unfair and unnecessary. I do not agree with the action taken against Brian at all.

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Peter Blaskowski
4 years ago

I haven't seen Brian's videos and would like to. Where can I find them? I posted a negative review of UCWDC Worlds 20+ years ago and was promptly "canceled" by UCWDC. Back then we were still mailing in registration forms and checks, and several event directors returned them unopened. One that was a big linedance-only event (in North Carolina) returned our registrations 2 years in a row. We haven't been back since. This ban is mothing new. Seeing it imposed against a Hall Of Famer is bizarre.

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Ken Bonneville
4 years ago

I believe in free speech.

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Gene willman
4 years ago

I agree with this petition

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Anne Marie Larsen
4 years ago

I support Brian. I feel his suspension was unwarranted and wrong. He has always sought to share his love of dance with everyone.

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David Larsen
4 years ago

Brian gas every right to free speech and is working to better the dance world for everyone! Drop all suspensions immediately.

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Bradford Whelan
4 years ago

Love you all!

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CAROL DESROSIERS
4 years ago

Someone, who actually cares about the longevity of the UCWDC, and is only trying to promote line dancing within the Association gets suspended? Disgraceful to say the least!

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John Coy
4 years ago

Because the UCWDC is far better with Brian and an empty vessel without him

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Steph Hoff
4 years ago

I may not be a competitive dancer but Brian welcomed me with open arms to his west coast swing studio in Louisville when I was in college. I still remember what he taught me and love dancing with my boyfriend whenever we get the chance. Free Brian! He’s a great person who is passionate about dance and eager to share his knowledge with others!

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Jamie Marshall
4 years ago

Brian has an open/honest message. I have never witness any "cyber bullying"...I see respect and control on what his mission in. We appreciate your consideration.

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Antoinette Seiler
4 years ago

Dialog is always the answer...

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Keith Beckner
4 years ago

Thank you Mike for taking the initiative.

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Anonymous
4 years ago

Brian B should immediately be reinstated.

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Jeanie Kingen
4 years ago

I support Brian !

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John Cichon
4 years ago

I support constructive feedback and agree that silencing dissenting views does nothing for the credibility of the established leaders.