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The Reagan White House's Attitude Toward Gay Rights
36:03 - 41:03 (04:59)
Historians and journalists discuss the Reagan White House's attitude toward homosexuality, noting that while there were some gay friends of Nancy Reagan, the overall atmosphere was hostile to the LGBTQ+ community, with staffers using homophobic slurs and gay individuals lacking access to administration officials.
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The Reagan administration was indifferent to civil rights and the White House had a culture of homophobia, with staff members insulting each other with slurs.
36:03 - 41:03 (04:59)
Homophobia
Summary
The Reagan administration was indifferent to civil rights and the White House had a culture of homophobia, with staff members insulting each other with slurs. The lack of representation and access to administration officials contributed to the administration's failure in addressing the concerns of the LGBTQ+ community.