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The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

619 - Anita Bryant - Part One

Feb 6, 2024
The podcast discusses the life of Anita Bryant, from her dramatic birth to her career as an ad spokesperson, singer, and anti-gay activist. It explores her personal struggles, addiction, and journey in show business. The controversy surrounding her anti-gay campaign, opposition, and the LGBTQ+ rights movement is also covered. Additionally, the hosts touch on topics like subscriptions, fitness products, slogans, and a disturbing story involving orange juice.
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  • Anita Bryant's campaign against LGBTQ+ rights used fear and misinformation to sway public opinion.
  • The LGBTQ+ community fought back against Anita Bryant's anti-gay agenda through boycotts, protests, and counter-campaigns.

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Anita Bryant leads campaign against LGBTQ+ rights

Anita Bryant, a famous singer and spokeswoman for the Florida Citrus Commission, spearheads a campaign against LGBTQ+ rights in Dade County, Florida. She argues that LGBTQ+ people are a threat to children and focuses on the idea of recruitment and sexual deviance. The campaign gains support from religious leaders, celebrities, and politicians, leading to a repeal of an anti-discrimination ordinance in Dade County.

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