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When she asked why, they explained that they didn't want to freak out the Wizard of Oz fans - a mostly older demographic. But she pointed out that the Oz books are full of talking animals, magic, and gender switching. The furries... well, they weren't convinced, but one of them came the next day in a fursuit.
The Oz fans were thrilled. They took photos, they discussed the practicalities of fursuits, they had discussions with the furries about stereotypes... 3/?
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In short, the furries and the Oz fans became instant friends.
I was incredibly impressed by the furries. They didn't just show up, they showed up professionally, with sensitivity to the people they were helping, and they volunteered time and effort to make the convention a success.
My opinion of furries, which had been neutral uncertainty, swung right over into positive and has stayed there since.
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