‘Public Tolerance’ To Homosexuality (Press, 11 October 1978)
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Summary: ‘Public Tolerance’ To Homosexuality (Press, 11 October 1978)
On 11 October 1978, a sociological survey conducted by R. Bowman from Victoria University revealed positive community attitudes towards homosexuality in two electorates in Wellington. The survey indicated that residents were willing to accept homosexuals as full members of society, suggesting a level of acceptance that many may find surprising. Mr Robin Duff, the co-ordinator of the National Gay Rights Coalition, commented on the findings by highlighting a disconnect between the public’s acceptance and the actions of Parliament, which he claimed was prepared to overlook the desires of the majority of New Zealanders on this issue. Duff articulated that the survey results bolstered the Gay Rights Coalition's view that the society was largely supportive and tolerant of homosexuality, contrasting this with perceptions of parliamentarians and police as "basically intolerant people." The survey results pointed to a potential shift in societal attitudes, indicating increased liberalism and openness towards LGBTQ+ individuals within the community.
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