Absolut’s Latest Campaign “Kiss With Pride” Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Decriminalization of Homosexuality in UK

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Absolut’s Latest Campaign “Kiss With Pride” Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Decriminalization of Homosexuality in UK
50 years ago today, homosexuality was finally decriminalized in England and Wales and Absolut is celebrating with a new campaign, "Kiss With Pride"
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By Monica RodmanJuly 27 2017 / 5:46 PM
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Absolut’s Latest Campaign “Kiss With Pride” Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Decriminalization of Homosexuality in UK

50 years ago today, homosexuality was finally decriminalized in England and Wales and Absolut is celebrating with a new campaign, "Kiss With Pride"

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