Gay Men Going Deeper Are LGBTQ Rights Under Attack?
Jun 19, 2025
Tim McCaskell, a seasoned queer activist and writer from Toronto, discusses the alarming state of LGBTQ rights in 2025 amidst rising far-right populism and legislative rollbacks. He shares insights from his 50 years on the front lines, exploring the evolution of activism and the dangers of complacency. The conversation dives into the historical context of neoliberalism's impact on solidarity, the necessity of real-world engagement, and the importance of building connections across generations to confront the pressing challenges facing the LGBTQ community.
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A Growing Sense That Safety Is Shifting
- Michael DiIorio describes a growing sense that LGBTQ safety and visibility are less secure than before.
- He points to anti-trans laws, DEI rollbacks, and rising far‑right rhetoric across countries as evidence.
The Era Of Tolerance Is Shifting
- Tim McCaskell says the era of relative tolerance is shifting into a different political order.
- He ties that sea change to long-term economic shifts that reshaped power since the 1980s.
Neoliberal Shift Fueled Political Backlash
- Tim McCaskell links the rise of neoliberalism to a rollback of welfare supports and growing inequality.
- He argues economic restructuring created fertile ground for political scapegoating and authoritarian shifts.
