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Part One: ACT UP: How Angry, Dying Queers Invented Modern Activism
Jun 17, 2024
Francesca Fiorentini discusses ACT UP's disruptive activism during the AIDS crisis, leading to policy changes and medical advancements. The podcast explores the impact and legacy of ACT UP in shifting societal views, saving lives, and inspiring future movements. It also touches on the urgency of saving lives during epidemics, the origins of ACT UP, and the group's effective tactics in advocating for AIDS patients.
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- ACT UP revolutionized modern activism by addressing HIV/AIDS crisis directly.
- The origins of HIV/AIDS can be traced back to hunting practices and corrupt blood sales.
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History and Activism of ACT UP
ACT UP, the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power, was an influential activist group in US history that revolutionized modern activism by directly addressing the HIV/AIDS crisis. Comprising veterans from various movements, ACT UP's messy yet astounding approach fundamentally shifted the conversation on HIV/AIDS, saving millions of lives and laying the groundwork for future activism. Their work acknowledged the interconnected struggles for gay liberation and brought together experienced organizers to challenge the status quo.
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