The Politics of Perverts

Charles Anthony Smith, Shawn R. Schulenberg, Connor B. S. Strobel

The Politics of Perverts
Format
Hardback
Publisher
New York University Press
Country
United States
Published
29 June 2024
Pages
280
ISBN
9781479822737

The Politics of Perverts

Charles Anthony Smith, Shawn R. Schulenberg, Connor B. S. Strobel

Reveals the underexplored politics and activism of non-traditional sexual minorities

Over the past four decades, there has been significant research focused on the political and social lives of lesbian, gay, and transgender (LGT) individuals, exploring how these sexual communities interact with politicians and voters who identify as straight. However, due to society's binary view of sexuality, this research has overlooked non-traditional sexual minorities.

To address this omission, The Politics of Perverts delves into the political attitudes and activities of individuals who identify with non-traditional sexual orientations and practices, such as Polyamory, BDSM, the Furry Fandom, Nudism, and the large bisexual population within these communities. These groups face similar discrimination, stigma, and lack of legal protections in various aspects of life.

The authors shed light on the political identities, affiliations, and attitudes of these communities in the

United States, revealing how sexuality and politics are even more deeply intertwined at the margins of society. Despite facing challenges, these communities actively engage in political discussions and activities in hopes of fostering greater inclusivity, better representation, and more informed policies.

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