In her book “Queering An American Dilemma: Sexuality,
Gender and Race Relations in the United States, 1945-1985."
This project
chronicles the manner in which characterizations of gay men and lesbians were
an important aspect of Southern-based campaigns for and conflicts over black
racial equality. Advocates and opponents of the Civil Rights Movement mobilized
discursive portrayals of sexual minorities to delineate whom should have access
to the full benefits of national citizenship and race-defined communal belonging.
During her lecture and visit we discussed the intersections of African Americans culture and sex. We also discussed negative stereotypes and sexual liberation. What are your thoughts and insights about her presentation?
