In this collection of articles, the various authors examine the interaction of gays and lesbians with the democratic process in regards to public policy, public

Examines the origins and growth of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender participation in America's democratic and political processes.

"From Harvey Milk to Barney Frank, and from ACT UP to Proposition 8, in the past few decades, no political change has been more significant than the civil right

DIVInvestigates the complex histories and conflicting desires that are generally concealed behind the term “democracy.”/div

Recording issues and obstacles as well as groundbreaking victories in the recognition of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) rights in politics and p