The planned satanic black mass at the Kansas Capitol has sparked controversy, policy changes, and a lawsuit. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly issued a statement denouncing the event, Catholic organizations petitioned against it, and legislative leaders modified building and grounds policies to restrict assembly rights for potential demonstrators. The Satanic Grotto, led by Michael Stewart, faced allegations of theft of materials used in the Catholic sacrament, leading to a lawsuit by the archbishop.
The Legislative Coordinating Council unanimously approved changes to the policy, prompting a review of safety concerns and potential criminal activity related to the event. Stewart denied the allegations and intended to proceed with the demonstration, albeit outside the Capitol. The lawsuit demanded a civil jury trial, with an evidentiary hearing scheduled for resolution.
Despite the resolution condemning the event as sacrilege, with concerns about anti-Catholic bigotry, some legislators questioned the attention given to the Satanic Grotto and debated whether to treat all religions equally. Amidst the controversy, Stewart remained resolute in his plans to demonstrate on March 28.
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