The AIDS Crisis: Episode 3 - The Baths
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Bathhouses at the Crossroads: Politics and Public Health
This chapter delves into the political tensions surrounding San Francisco's bathhouses during the AIDS crisis, examining the conflict between public health initiatives and civil rights. An activist leads a campaign for a controversial ballot initiative to ban sexual activities in these venues, sparking backlash from the gay community who view it as a homophobic attack. The narrative explores the complex dynamics of community response, leadership decisions, and the implications of government intervention during this critical time.
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