D’Emilio Capitalism and Gay Identity Essay
Define the term “affectional community.” In the conclusion of his essay, “Capitalism and Gay Identity,” John D’Emilio describes the need to build an “affectional community.” Using the following image (attached), describe whether this depiction of what we might call gay identity corresponds to D’Emilio’s call for an “affectional community.” Does the “affectional community” differ from the interlocking forces of capitalism and the family that D’Emilio analyzes in his essay?