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<p>In this April 14, 2012, photo Teresa Blackington of Alvaredo warms up before the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Fort Worth, Texas. Organizers of Race for the Cure events across the country have reported drops in participation following a controversy involving Planned Parenthood. In Fort Worth, participation declined by 23 percent. (AP Photo/Star-Telegram, Joyce Marshall) MAGS OUT</p>

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The impact of controversy
April 21, 2012 9:15 p.m.

The impact of controversy

Fewer people registering for Komen races

DALLAS - For years, Katie Sanchez participated in her local Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, raising money annually to honor her aunt, cousin and a male friend - all breast cancer survivors.