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Part political thriller, part meditation on social change, part love story, The Children of Harvey Milk tells the epic stories of courageous men and women around the world who came forward to make their voices heard during the struggle for equal rights.Featuring LGBTQ icons from America to Ireland, Britain to New Zealand; Reynolds documents their successes and failures, heartwarming stories of acceptance and heartbreaking stories of ostracism, demonstrating the ways in which an individual can change the views and voting behaviors of those around them. The book also includes rare vignettes of LGBTQ leaders in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean who continue to fight for equality in spite of threats, violence, and homophobia.A touchstone narrative of the tumultuous journey towards LGBTQ rights, The Children of Harvey Milk is a must-read for anyone with an interest in social change. Updated in paperback, this new edition accounts for developments such as the US presidential candidacy of Pete Buttigieg.
This book investigates how LGBTQ politicians have influenced global legislative change and shifted public perception regarding equal rights. Andrew Reynolds, a professor of political science, utilizes a combination of biographical profiles, political analysis, and international case studies to argue that individual representation is a primary driver of social progress. The text examines the mechanisms by which these leaders navigate hostile political environments to secure policy victories and foster societal acceptance.
What You Will Find
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Experts recognize this work as a significant contribution to the study of political representation and minority rights. Readers frequently note the balance between personal narrative and rigorous political analysis, making it accessible to both academics and general audiences.
Page Count:
384
Publication Date:
2020-05-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190088974
ISBN-13:
9780190088972
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