Mad River, Marjorie Rowland, and the Quest for LGBTQ Teachers' Rights

The book "Mad River, Marjorie Rowland, and the Quest for LGBTQ Teachers Rights" discusses an important legal case that set the stage for LGBTQ civil rights, the Marjorie Rowland v. Mad River School District case. The book highlights the story of Marjorie Rowland, a pioneer who fought for employment rights for LGBTQ educators and paid a heavy price for her fight. It also provides commentary on the 2020 Supreme Court case Bostock v Clayton County, which struck down employment discrimination against LGBT workers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2022
Publisher: Rutgers University Press

Marjorie Rowland v. Mad River School District is a significant legal case that laid the groundwork for today's LGBTQ civil rights. The case revolves around an Ohio guidance counselor who was fired in 1974 for being bisexual. Despite the case reaching the U.S. Supreme Court, the justices declined to hear it. However, in a remarkable published dissent, Justice Brennan argued that the First and Fourteenth Amendments should apply to bisexuals, gays, and lesbians. This dissent has been a cornerstone of LGBTQ civil rights advancements since.

In their book, Mad River, Marjorie Rowland, and the Quest for LGBTQ Teachers Rights, authors Margaret A. Nash and Karen L. Graves delve into the details of this case and the pioneering efforts of Marjorie Rowland. They explore the history of LGBTQ educators' rights, including commentary on the landmark Supreme Court case Bostock v. Clayton County, which struck down employment discrimination against LGBT workers in 2020.

The book sheds light on the struggles and sacrifices made by LGBTQ educators who fought for their rights, often facing discrimination and marginalization in the workplace. It highlights the importance of recognizing and protecting the rights of LGBTQ teachers, as they play a crucial role in creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for all students.

Through the lens of Marjorie Rowland's case, the book raises important questions about the intersection of LGBTQ rights and education. It explores the challenges faced by LGBTQ educators, such as discrimination, harassment, and lack of support from school administrators. It also examines the legal and policy implications of these issues, and advocates for the need to create more inclusive and equitable schools for all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Mad River, Marjorie Rowland, and the Quest for LGBTQ Teachers Rights is a valuable resource for educators, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the history and current state of LGBTQ civil rights. It provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a case that has had a profound impact on the lives of LGBTQ individuals and communities. By highlighting the stories of pioneers like Marjorie Rowland, the book inspires us to continue fighting for equality and justice for all.

Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781978827516