Social Movements
Abstract
The presentation is concentrated on the Stonewall Riots and the movement that was furthered by the riots. A narrative of the riots is given as well as a description of the formation of the modern gay and lesbian liberation movement in the United States. Focused in the 1960’s-1980’s time period, an overview of the formation of organizations devoted to the LGBT community and gay rights is presented, in addition to marches that took place to raise awareness. Briefly mentioned are the outbreak of HIV/AIDS in the gay community and how the outbreak contributed to growing gay pride. The essay attempts to address the transformation from the Stonewall riots in Greenwich Village to a nationwide gay pride revolution.
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A Movement on the Verge: The Spark of Stonewall
The presentation is concentrated on the Stonewall Riots and the movement that was furthered by the riots. A narrative of the riots is given as well as a description of the formation of the modern gay and lesbian liberation movement in the United States. Focused in the 1960’s-1980’s time period, an overview of the formation of organizations devoted to the LGBT community and gay rights is presented, in addition to marches that took place to raise awareness. Briefly mentioned are the outbreak of HIV/AIDS in the gay community and how the outbreak contributed to growing gay pride. The essay attempts to address the transformation from the Stonewall riots in Greenwich Village to a nationwide gay pride revolution.
