The Irony Archive
Understanding Internalized Homophobia Through History
⚠️ This archive examines documented cases for educational purposes. Content may be triggering. Mental health resources available below.
Statistics
Total Cases:6
Political:4
Religious:2
Became Advocates:2
Support Resources
2000s Cases (3)
Larry Craig
U.S. Senator
Active: 1991-2009 • Exposed: 2007
Conservative Republican senator who voted against LGBTQ+ rights legislation before being arrested in airport bathroom scandal.
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Ted Haggard
Evangelical Pastor
Active: 1985-2006 • Exposed: 2006
Prominent evangelical leader who preached against homosexuality before scandal involving male escort emerged.
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Glenn Murphy Jr.
Party Chairman
Active: 2000-2007 • Exposed: 2007
Republican Party chairman who supported anti-gay marriage amendments before sexual assault charges.
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