Judge Tells Breastfeeding Mom to ‘Cover Up’ in Court

Stephanie Rhodus was breastfeeding her 8-month old son in court when the judge suddenly told her to “cover up,” saying that what she was doing was inappropriate.
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Stephanie Rhodus was breastfeeding her 8-month old son in court when the judge suddenly told her to “cover up,” saying that what she was doing was inappropriate. 

“Ma'am, you need to cover up,” the North Carolina judge said, according to a court audio. “For you not to realize that is absolutely ridiculous. Step outside, and cover up right now. Stand up, and go, now.”

Ma'am, you need to cover up. For you not to realize that is absolutely ridiculous.
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