The Lonesome Cowboys of Atlanta

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02/11/24 • 35 min

This episode contains references to physical violence and sexual imagery. Please be advised. Present-day Atlanta's LGBTQ+ scene thrives with a Pride Parade, rainbow crosswalks, and a true celebration of owning one's identity with pride. But for the majority of Atlanta's history being anything other than straight was exceptionally dangerous, tumultuous, and painful. In this episode, we dive into three raids that targeted the gay men of Atlanta shaping the LGBTQ+ community today.

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