Explorations - Introduction: Towards Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Perspectives in Economics: Why and How They May Make a Difference

M.V. Lee Badgett and Prue Hyman

Feminist Economics, 1998, vol. 4, issue 2, 49-54

Abstract: The economics profession has only recently begun to include research on lesbians and gay men, but we argue that a lesbian economics has long existed, with documentation of anti-lesbian discrimination, discussion of its private and social costs, and practical work for change. This tradition, along with the newer traditions built upon work with gay men and bisexual people, provides a basis for feminists to expand work in economics on lesbian and gay issues. The articles in the symposium propose ideas for future research, for learning from other disciplines, and for creating a more welcoming academic climate.

Keywords: Sexuality; Lesbian; Gay; Gender; Discrimination; Social Construction (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 1998
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DOI: 10.1080/135457098338428

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