I chose this poster specifically because I felt a sense of resistance in its context. Much like what we have learned in class, the LGBTQ+ community has focused on fighting for exposure and equality, and this poster emulates that fervor. I researched a bit about this poster, and it was created during Rudy Giuliani’s mayoral term of NYC. The first poster translates to “Zero cuts to “Single Room Only” housing”, and S.R.O.’s were significantly reduced in funding under Mayor Giuliani where the conditions were repulsive and there was a lack in social workers from the government. Overall, Mayor Giuliani attempted to abolish the presence of the Department of AIDS Services and made numerous budget cuts to government services. I have detailed more information about the resistance that ensued and the condition of S.R.O.’s below.
LGBTQ Experiences in US History
GSW210 SBAI University of Rochester