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MGH & Studs Terkel: Episode 7: Leonard Matlovich

Dec 24, 2020
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Leonard Matlovich
Leonard Matlovich, LGBTQ rights pioneer and former racist, discusses his legal battle for reinstatement in the Air Force after being discharged for being gay. Topics include challenges faced in the military, self-acceptance, tenderness, love, the fight against societal fear, and Matlovich's activism and legacy.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Challenges and Self-Acceptance in the Air Force
02:29 • 10min
3
Tenderness, Love, and Homosexuality
12:33 • 5min
4
Challenging Societal Fear and Legal Battle for Air Force Regulations
17:54 • 2min
5
Leonard Matlovich: A Gay Vietnam Veteran's Activism and Legacy
19:33 • 3min