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[Identification of item], Lightning Brown Papers, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.
The Lightning Brown Papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library as a gift in 1999.
Processed by Lisa Stark
Completed April 27, 2000
Encoded by Walt Evans
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Gay rights activist and the first openly gay candidate for public office in North Carolina, resident of Chapel Hill (Orange Co.), N.C.
Collection contains materials primarily related to the 1984 elections. They include correspondence with public officials (among others), articles, and studies. The materials reflect Brown's interest and involvement in the Democratic Party, national legislation, and issues regarding gay rights.
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