Everyday Activism: A Handbook for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual People and Their Allies
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From same-sex marriages to hate-crime laws, gay, lesbian and bisexual people have fought an uphill battle to gain equal rights. Now a comprehensive new reference collects in one volume the strategies, hard data, and legal arguments that are central to the fight for equality in lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) life.Up-to-date and readable, Everyday Activism is the one essential book that provides the basic facts on the key questions faced by LGB citizens.
AcknowledgmentsIntroduction: Getting Involved1Ch. 1Influencing Public Policy19Ch. 2Answering Basic Questions39Ch. 3Defending Claims About Mental Health57Ch. 4Combating Hate Crimes81Ch. 5Ending Employment Discrimination105Ch. 6Obtaining and Maintaining Housing123Ch. 7Ending Discrimination in the U.S. Military145Ch. 8Honoring and Protecting Relationships171Ch. 9Recognizing and Legitimizing Families193Ch. 10Debunking Myths About Child Abuse211Ch. 11Making Schools Safe229AppWeb Resources245Notes257Biographical Notes299Index303
