New York City exotic dancing clubs sue state over pandemic closures

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Strip clubs ask court to declare it a violation of constitution to keep establishments closed while letting other places open up
A group of New York City exotic dancing clubs sued New York state Thursday, saying it’s not fair that they’re being kept closed when everything from axe-throwing venues to bars with live music and casinos can open up.
The lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court claimed that thousands of employees are forced out of work by the state’s ban due to the coronavirus. Defendants included governor Andrew Cuomo and the state’s liquor licensing authority. Continue reading...

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