By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Writer President-elect Barack Obama has invited the Lesbian and Gay Band Association to march in the Inaugural Parade. This is the same band that plans to march in this year’s homosexual “Southern Decadence” festival, which is famous for its public lewd acts. According to a December 10 press release from the Presidential Inaugural Committee, the group’s appearance in the Inaugural Parade on January 20 will mark the first time an “openly LGBT group” has been invited to participate. "I am honored to invite these talented groups and individuals to participate in the Inaugural Parade," said President-elect Obama. "These organizations embody the best of our nation's history, diversity and commitment to service. Vice President-elect Biden and I are proud to have them join us in the parade." The Lesbian and Gay Band Association (LGBA) is a network of lesbian and gay bands comprised of concert and marching bands from various American cities. In a statement on its web site, the LGBA said its participation in the Presidential Inaugural will be “truly our chance to make history.” Organizations wishing to participate in the parade reportedly submit an application to the Armed Forces Inaugural Committee, which assists the Presidential Inaugural Committee in reviewing applications. Experienced military musicians evaluated the presentation skills of marching bands, musical acts, and drill teams. In total, 1,382 organizations applied to participate in the Inaugural Parade. Many of the groups approved to march in the parade are high school bands. © All Rights Reserved, Living His Life Abundantly/Women of Grace. http://www.womenofgrace.com