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1
Q

1940s

Homosexuality

A

Homosexuality illegal

2
Q

1940s

What emerged from the Cold War?

A

An undercurrent of anti-semitism, xenophobia with regards to immigrants, and a fear of those living unconventional lives like artists, actors, musicians

3
Q

1980s

AIDS crisis

A

Seen as the gay cancer

4
Q

2000s

Terrorism

A

Terrorist attacks have fuelled racist, right wing groups to gain status