The Trouble with Gay Rights: Race and the Politics of Sexual Orientation in Philadelphia, 1969-1982.

An essay is presented on gay rights in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from 1969 to 1982. It focuses on the relationship between the gay liberation movement and race relations, commenting on gays and African Americans as minorities. The author examines gay identity, gay rights legislation, and opposition...

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Publicado en:	Journal of American History Vol. 98; no. 1; pp. 49 - 73
Autor principal:	Mumford, Kevin J.
Formato:	Essay
Publicado:	Oxford University Press / USA Jun2011
Materias:	Gay rights Gay rights movement History of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania African Americans History Philadelphia (Pa.) Pennsylvania United States
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Sumario:	An essay is presented on gay rights in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from 1969 to 1982. It focuses on the relationship between the gay liberation movement and race relations, commenting on gays and African Americans as minorities. The author examines gay identity, gay rights legislation, and opposition from conservatives. He also discusses several gay rights activists, including Brother Grant-Michael Fitzgerald, and several gay rights organizations, including the Gay Activists Alliance (GAA).