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Totalitarianism and the Gays

The Political Orphanage

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The Pervasive Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ Community in America

The chapter explores the historical discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community in the United States, discussing systemic issues such as employment discrimination, social exclusion, and safety concerns. It delves into the Lavender Scare and the eradication attempts against homosexuality as an identity by government and medical establishments. The narrative also reflects on the intense persecution faced by gay individuals through coercive tactics, societal collaboration, and the demonization of homosexuality in pop culture.

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