But We Loved
When Gay People Die, How Are We Remembered?
Oct 9, 2024
Larry Colton, profoundly influenced by the AIDS crisis in San Francisco, shares poignant reflections on loss and legacy. He delves into personal stories that highlight the vibrant gay culture of the 70s and 80s, intertwined with the shadow of the epidemic. Colton recounts navigating love and identity amid the fear and emotional turmoil of witnessing friends suffer from AIDS. Ultimately, he transforms grief into activism, leading to the creation of the AIDS Memorial Grove, a tribute to those lost, emphasizing the lasting power of memory and love.
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- Larry Colton's experiences during the AIDS crisis highlight the critical importance of community support and the transformative power of love amidst profound loss.
- The establishment of the AIDS Memorial Grove underscores the necessity of preserving memories and legacies of those lost to the epidemic for future generations.
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