Bella Abzug died in 1998. She was a trailblazing feminist and politician, and also a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights long before it was mainstream. As a Congresswoman from New York, she championed legislation to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Abzug understood the interconnectedness of various liberation struggles, seeing LGBT rights as an integral part of broader human and civil rights movements. She actively supported the Gay Rights National Lobby and used her platform to bring visibility and legitimacy to the fight for equality.
Abzug’s unwavering support provided crucial political backing and a powerful voice in an era when many public figures shied away from the issue. Her progressive stance helped pave the way for future legislative efforts and fostered a more inclusive political landscape for the LGBTQ+ community.
