Studio 54: Everything You Didn't Know
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The Oppressive Environment Faced by the LGBTQ+ Community in the 1960s
This chapter discusses the oppressive environment faced by the LGBTQ+ community in the 1960s. It mentions how individuals perceived as transvestites were subjected to invasive procedures like being stripped and frisked. Halloween was highlighted as an important occasion for gay men and trans women, as it provided a temporary reprieve from societal norms, allowing them to express their gender identity without fear of arrest. The chapter also delves into the legal restrictions imposed on gay bars and the practice of 'gayola,' where mob-owned establishments paid off the police to avoid frequent raids.
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