The AIDS Crisis: Episode 2 - How to Have Sex in an Epidemic
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Fighting Back: Activism in the AIDS Crisis
This chapter examines the urgent grassroots activism that emerged in response to the AIDS crisis of the early 1980s, highlighting the frustrations of the LGBTQ community with governmental inaction. It details pivotal moments, including the creation of the Denver Principles, which advocated for the rights and dignity of those living with AIDS, and the establishment of support networks. The narrative underscores the tension between community activism and public health policies, setting the stage for ongoing social and political challenges.
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