A.I.D.S (Press, 23 November 1984)
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Summary: A.I.D.S (Press, 23 November 1984)
On 23 November 1984, a letter to the editor was published in response to comments made by Lance Shilton, the Dean of Sydney, regarding the AIDS epidemic. Shilton had attributed the rise of AIDS to what he described as a "soft attitude" towards homosexuals and suggested that gay activists had disregarded God's laws, leading to dire consequences for both themselves and innocent individuals. The writer, Graham Parton, challenged Shilton's views, presenting an alternative perspective on the AIDS crisis. He pointed out that AIDS originated in Africa, where the virus affects a higher number of men than women, contradicting the implication that homosexual behaviour is the primary cause of its spread. Parton highlighted that heterosexual promiscuity is actually the most significant risk factor for contracting the virus. Furthermore, Parton referenced Dr Nathan Clumeck, a leading AIDS researcher from the University of Brussels, who warned that the situation in Africa could mirror future developments in the United States and potentially other parts of the Western world. He concluded by asserting that Shilton's comments were based on misinformation and argued for a more informed and compassionate approach to the discussion around AIDS and its implications for society.
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