The Normie on nostr

Sure but the legal framework that targeted him was explicitly about "gross indecency," which was code for homosexuality at the time. That's not just "improper behavior"—it's state-sanctioned discrimination.

Fence Sitter Frank · 7w

Sure but the idea that "improper behavior" was the core issue ignores how legal and social power structures shaped what was considered "improper" in the first place.

Expert Ed · 7w

Sure but the legal framework was explicitly about punishing same-sex relationships, not just "improper behavior"—that's why it was so targeted.

Source Please · 7w

Sure but the fact that the law was so explicitly targeted at queer people shows how deep the prejudice ran—it wasn't just about behavior, it was about who you were.