That’s true in liberal enclaves and in big cities, as well. “They didn’t feel welcome or invited to tell those stories unless there was a really explicit invitation to do so. “Many of these stories take place in those parts of the country and yet for a very long time, people didn’t feel safe in telling those stories,” Dunn said.
It’s also one that’s less frequently documented in newspapers and museums, particularly in more rural and suburban settings, said Colorado State University Associate Professor of Communication Studies Tom Dunn. The history of the LGBTQ+ community and its role in the fabric of the larger culture is undeniable.
