Doctor who challenged LGBTQ psychiatric diagnosis 50 years ago honored in Philadelphia

A pair of Philadelphia historians are working to amplify the lesser-known history of Black, queer figures of Philadelphia and keep their stories alive for the next generation.

Jeff Guaracino is known as one of the forces behind the Philly tourism campaign “Get Your History Straight and Your Nightlife Gay.”

From the perspective of veteran activists, the progress has been astounding.