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Pro-Ukraine Protesters Rally In Sydney

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Saturday Night Live had a serious opening to the show over the weekend in honor of Ukraine. Stars Cecily Strong and Kate McKinnon introduced The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York at the top of the show. The stage was filled with Ukraine’s official flower, the sunflower, as the Choir sang “Prayer for Ukraine.”  You can rewatch the performance over on Saturday Night Live’s YouTube channel or by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjE4_h0t7qI Landmarks around the world, including the Charlotte skyline, glow blue and yellow in support of Ukraine. President Biden has instructed the State Department to release up to $350 million in security assistance to Ukraine. Do you think it is important for entertainment to make statements on world events?