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The AIDS Epidemic and Homophobia in the 1980s
31:20 - 36:03 (04:43)
The Reagan administration's lack of acknowledgement on the AIDS epidemic was not only due to homophobia, but also the fear of losing support from those who held bigoted views. This is highlighted by the fact that some bigoted individuals, like Lester, still recognized the need for action to be taken.
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The transcript talks about how homophobia was rampant during the HIV and AIDS epidemic, however, there were still some people who despite being homophobic recognized the issue and supported the affected individuals.
31:20 - 33:23 (02:02)
HIV/AIDS
Summary
The transcript talks about how homophobia was rampant during the HIV and AIDS epidemic, however, there were still some people who despite being homophobic recognized the issue and supported the affected individuals.
ChapterThe AIDS Epidemic and Homophobia in the 1980s
EpisodePart One: Ronald and Nancy Reagan: The Bastards Behind the AIDS Crisis
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Reagan administration ran ads attacking President Carter for supporting gay rights to gain support from those who were homophobic.
33:23 - 36:03 (02:40)
Reagan administration, homophobia, LGBTQ+
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The Reagan administration ran ads attacking President Carter for supporting gay rights to gain support from those who were homophobic. Despite this, the first couple continued to socialize and work with the LGBTQ+ community.