The Great Gay Debate
The panelists will discuss the politics and changing public image within the gay rights movement. The panelists represented opposing viewpoints… read more
The panelists will discuss the politics and changing public image within the gay rights movement. The panelists represented opposing viewpoints ---conservative and progressive--- of the gay rights movement. Richard Goldstein and Carmen Vazquez represented the liberal view. Joining them were gay conservatives Andrew Sullivan, author of Virtually Normal and Love Undetectable, and Norah Vincent, author of The Instant Intellectual. Both Mr. Sullivan and Ms. Vincent are mentioned in Mr. Goldstein’s book, The Attack Queers, published by Verso. Ms. Garry moderated the event. After the discussion, the panelists answered questions from members of the audience. close
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