Making Gay History | LGBTQ Oral Histories from the Archive
Coming of Age During the 1970s: Chapter 6: Marching On
Jun 29, 2023
The podcast discusses the formation of the Coalition for Lesbian and Gay Rights, protests against Anita Bryant, and the decision to march on Washington in the 1970s. It explores the aftermath of Harvey Milk's assassination and the riots in San Francisco, as well as the unity and community in the LGBTQ rights movement. The narrator shares an encounter during Pride weekend and updates on the life and tragic end of a friend named Jim.
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- Harvey Milk's assassination galvanized organizers to set a date for a national march in response to anti-gay campaigns.
- The speaker reflects on their decision to create a new identity in college and distance themselves from their gay identity.
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