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Larry Kramer examines the prevailing conditions for gay men and women in the United States, arguing that a conservative governmental agenda coupled with insufficient political engagement by the gay community has eroded their legal protections. The book highlights the intersection of social conditions, government policy, and the ongoing AIDS crisis, underscoring the challenges faced by LGBTQ populations amid homophobia and shifting societal norms.
First publish date: April 21, 2005
Genre: Politics & Government/Public Policy
Authors: Larry Kramer
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