Homosexual Law Changes (Press, 8 July 1985)
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Summary: Homosexual Law Changes (Press, 8 July 1985)
In a letter to the editor published on 8 July 1985, Shaun Jones from Wellington critiques the arguments posed by opponents of homosexual law reform regarding AIDS. He points out that these opponents previously blamed homosexuals for the spread of the disease, suggesting that prohibiting homosexuality would eliminate the issue. However, Jones notes a shift in their stance, as they now advocate for mandatory blood testing for anyone about to marry, indicating a growing awareness that the issue of AIDS is more complex than they initially claimed. He argues that rather than focusing on potential carriers of the disease, the law reform advocates are being unjustly criticised for not addressing the broader implications of AIDS, especially when the opponents have dismissed educational campaigns aimed at prevention. Jones perceives this approach as a misguided expression of concern, highlighting the contradictions in the opponents' views and their failure to acknowledge effective prevention and education strategies.
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