Homosexual Law Reform (Press, 24 August 1979)
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Summary: Homosexual Law Reform (Press, 24 August 1979)
In a letter published on 24 August 1979, Hugh K. Gaw, the co-editor of "Pink Triangle," responded to Mr Freer's bill aimed at reforming laws regarding homosexual acts for men over 20. Gaw highlighted significant opposition from the National Gay Rights Coalition, which comprises 35 homosexual groups and associated organisations, totalling around 70,000 members. He noted that only two of these groups were willing to consider any bill that did not guarantee equal rights with heterosexuals. Gaw expressed concern that merely reforming the law would not adequately address the ongoing discrimination faced by the gay community, particularly against lesbians. He argued that without true equality, law reform would fail to offer genuine protection for gay individuals against threats like blackmail. While Freer considered the current legal framework to be absurd and suggested that minor changes would lead to additional absurdities, Gaw countered that both major political parties had recently passed resolutions advocating for equality for homosexuals. He questioned why the community should settle for anything less than complete equality with heterosexuals, reaffirming the call for substantial reform.
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