Moving Politics – Emotion and ACT UP`s Fight against AIDS

Discover the powerful narrative of Moving Politics – Emotion and ACT UP's Fight against AIDS by Deborah B. Gould, published in 2009. This compelling book spans 536 pages, chronicling the rise and fall of ACT UP, the groundbreaking organization founded by lesbians and gay men. Gould delves into the pivotal role that emotion played in the trajectory of ACT UP, offering an insightful account of its origins, development, and eventual decline. Through a detailed exploration of the intersection between emotion and contentious politics, this book sheds light on the political aspects of AIDS activism in the United States. Ideal for anyone interested in social movements, political psychology, and the history of AIDS activism, Moving Politics is a must-read that highlights the emotional undercurrents that fueled a significant chapter in the fight against AIDS.