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In the show “Derry Girls”, a teenager living in Northern Ireland in the early 90’s comes out as gay. Many of her peers and the adults in her life act notably nonchalant and accepting of her announcement. Is this an accurate portrayal of public opinion on homosexuality in this setting?

by /u/HugoWullAMA in /r/AskHistorians

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