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1984. Lou Sheldon and the Traditional Values Coalition (TVC)

Gay in the 80s Posted on July 9, 2020 by Colin ClewsJuly 10, 2020

Interesting to note that rabid homophobe Lou Sheldon chose Pride month to die.  Sheldon spent the majority of his life peddling vile propaganda to block any advancement of queer people in the USA. In 1974 he campaigned against California’s decriminalisation … Continue reading →

Posted in LGBT History, National politics, Politics | Tagged George Deukmejian, George W Bush, Hate Groups, homophobia, Lou Sheldon, Project 10, Traditional Values Coalition, TVC | 3 Replies

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