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‘Harry Potter’ Store Opening in London Draws Trans Rights Protesters Amid J.K. Rowling Controversy

Transgender rights protesters gathered outside the opening of London's new "Harry Potter" flagship store on Wednesday.

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‘Harry Potter’ Store Opening in London Draws Trans Rights Protesters Amid J.K. Rowling Controversy

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Transgender rights protesters gathered outside the opening of London's new "Harry Potter" flagship store on Wednesday.

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