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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