1973: Gays and lesbians begin to form support groups and lobby to raise public awareness of the important roles of gays and lesbians in society. Discrimination and violence force many homosexuals to hide their sexual identities, and there is no legislation to protect gays and lesbians from discrimination on the job.
Today: Although not widely accepted, gays and lesbians have made significant strides in teaching tolerance and fighting ignorance. Hate crimes against homosexuals still occur on a frequent basis, and a "don't ask, don't tell" policy is implemented in the U. S. military. Yet most companies prohibit sexual discrimination against gays and lesbians and steps are taken to legitimize gay marriage in some states, such as Hawaii.
1973: A symbolic victory for female athletes is scored when Billie Jean King beats Bobby Riggs.....
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