Chapter 5 of Eaklor’s “Queer America” now delves into the aftermath of the Stonewall riots and what results the queer community were able to gain from the efforts of their equal rights movements. Yet, while they were still struggling to fight for their rights, they had the opportunity to build small communities within themselves in urban areas primarily seen across NYC and Chicago where they frequented cabartes, speakeasies, bars, and other social spaces where they were free to express themselves with people similar to themselves. These spaces embraced the LGBTQ+ culture and provided a refuge for queer individuals who sought safety from the society that shuns and criminalizes them. These safe spaces are still widely around today and provide support for many people in the queer community who don’t gain acceptance from their family, friends, or community and provide resources for them in medical, mental, and social aspects.
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