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The Pink Mafia - Part 1

The Hidden Power Structure of Closeted Gay Men in the Republican Party

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Stuart Stevens
Mar 20, 2025
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By Stuart Stevens

When I see the explosion of sexual orientation hate coming out of the Republican Party under the false pretense of it being limited to anti-trans hate, I can’t help but think of the powerful role closeted gay men have played in the modern Republican Party. Below is the first of a series of pieces I’m writing reflecting on my experiences…

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