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Between 1970 and 1985, lesbian, gay, and bisexual educators (LGB) formed communities and began advocating for a place of openness and safety for LGB people in America's schools. They fought for protection and representation in the National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers in New York, Los Angeles and Northern California.
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List of Abbreviations
Introduction: The Value of Teachers
1 The National Education Association: Teacher Sexuality and Professionalism
2 The American Federation of Teachers: Negotiating National Union Policy
3 The Gay Teachers Association of New York: Community and Relationships
4 California and the Image of LGB Teachers
Conclusion: Recurring Themes
Acknowledgments
Notes
Bibliography
Index
About the author
JASON MAYERNICK is an assistant professor of social foundations and leadership education at the University of North Georgia.
Summary
Between 1970 and 1985, lesbian, gay, and bisexual educators (LGB) formed communities and began advocating for a place of openness and safety for LGB people in America's schools. They fought for protection and representation in the National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers in New York, Los Angeles and Northern California.
