In this recording from c.1979 Mike Waghorne describes the motivations behind the Gay Rights Movements. A detailed log of the recording is available from the LAGANZ website.
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Mike Waghorne discusses the Gay Rights Movement's objectives in New Zealand, emphasizing the need for societal restructuring beyond narrow legislative goals. Their vision encompasses a society free from gender stereotypes and patriarchal control, promoting egalitarian relationships and challenging traditional power dynamics, particularly in familial and marital institutions.
Waghorne highlights the intersectionality of gay rights with feminist aims, stressing that significant progress for gay rights cannot occur without success in feminism. They critique the marriage institution's political hegemony and advocate for equal recognition of diverse family structures. Waghorne also addresses misconceptions about the movement's goals, emphasizing the natural development of sexual orientation and rejecting accusations of 'recruiting' in educational settings.
Internationally, Waghorne notes the emergence of the International Gay Association, reflecting a growing global solidarity among gay rights groups. Their perspective on Marxism and socialism reveals skepticism, given historical tendencies of these movements to marginalize or overlook gay and women's rights.
Waghorne's insights reflect a comprehensive approach to gay liberation, seeking profound social and cultural shifts rather than mere legal reforms. Their perspective is marked by a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of various social justice movements and a commitment to a more inclusive, equitable society.
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