Outward: Slate's LGBTQ podcast
A History of the Gay Right with Neil J. Young
Apr 17, 2024
Neil J. Young, writer of 'Coming Out Republican: A History of the Gay Right,' discusses the contradictions and strategies of the Gay Right, emphasizing the role of whiteness and maleness in their politics. They delve into the evolution of LGBTQ Republicans' core values, response to the AIDS crisis, and adoption of 'gay family values.' The podcast explores the historical shift towards victimhood politics in the gay rights movement and the significance of Young's book.
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- Gay Republicans navigated tensions between visibility and privacy in advocating for LGBTQ rights.
- Gay Republicans shifted focus towards 'gay family values' amidst the AIDS crisis in the '80s.
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Origins of the Gay Right Movement in the US
The podcast delves into the early beginnings of the gay rights movement in the US, highlighting figures like Dore Leg, a member of the Madison Society and founder of One Inc. These individuals, stemming from conservative backgrounds, advocated for freedom from government surveillance and were key players in landmark legal battles protecting LGBTQ rights.
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