The Workings of Homonormativity: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Queer Discourses on Discrimination and Public Displays of Affections in Portugal

@article{deOliveira2013TheWO,
  title={The Workings of Homonormativity: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Queer Discourses on Discrimination and Public Displays of Affections in Portugal},
  author={Jo{\~a}o Manuel de Oliveira and Carlos Gonçalves Costa and Conceiç{\~a}o Nogueira},
  journal={Journal of Homosexuality},
  year={2013},
  volume={60},
  pages={1475 - 1493}
}
This article analyzes how heteronormative discourse may be (re)produced by the very same people it serves to oppress, binding heteronormativity to a specific form of homonormativity. Furthermore, this article also links Portuguese history and society by discussing the context and the recent legal changes that led to legislation providing for same-sex marriage. Using thematic analysis of 14 interviews, this article demonstrates how heteronorms are upheld in the discourses of the lesbian, gay… 
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