An Examination of Latinx LGBT Populations Across the United States

"This work and its two companion books on the Black and Asian and Pacific Islander LGBT populations make important contributions that advance the fields of race, sexuality, social justice, and their intersections." (Patricia Hill Collins, Distinguished University Professor, University of Maryland, USA, and Charles Phelps Taft Emeritus Professor, University of Cincinnati, USA) "Immerse yourself in this revealing book and say adios to your misconceptions about LGBT people of Latin American origin living in the United States." (Gloria Gonzalez-Lopez, Professor of Sociology, The University of Texas at Austin) "This is a must-get book! Based on one of the largest samples of Latina/o LGBT people (in the United States, including Puerto Rico), this book challenges common stereotypes and expands our understanding of their lives." (Marysol Asencio, Professor, Sociology and El Instituto: Institute of Latina/o, Caribbean, and Latin American Studies, University of Connecticut-Storrs)

This book utilizes personal narratives and survey data from over 1,100 respondents to explore the diversity of experiences across Latinx LGBT communities within the United States, including Puerto Rico.This book utilizes personal narratives and survey data from over 1,100 respondents to explore the diversity of experiences across Latinx LGBT communities within the United States, including Puerto Rico. The authors document and celebrate many of the everyday strengths and strategies employed by this extraordinary population to navigate and negotiate their daily lives.