The Lavender Scare: Being Gay in Washington DC

The Lavender Scare: Being Gay in Washington DC

Why were gay federal employees seen as a national security threat during the 20th century? How might they in fact have been more of an asset? And how did some of them fight against their dismissals?


In this episode, Don is joined by James Kirchick, author of 'Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington'.


Produced and edited by Sophie Gee. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long.


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