With visibility comes acceptance: in a historic speech to gay men and lesbians, the president echoes what activists have preached for years.

The Advocate. The National Gay & Lesbian Newsmagazine › Nbr. 1997, January 1997

Author: Heitz, David

Position:: Pres Clinton - Brief Article

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Pres Clinton - Brief Article

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With visibility comes acceptance: in a historic speech to gay men and lesbians, the president echoes what activists have preached for years.

He didn't come right out and say it, but President Clinton's message to gay Americans was obvious: To gain civil rights, you have to come out. "I think one of the greatest things we have to do...

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