Queer Spaces in Urban Renewal

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What does the global South represent in the context of international theory-making?

A source of problem-solving for the West.

An area devoid of political significance.

A region focused solely on economic development.

A crux for theory-making in international relations. (correct)

What was the consequence related to the legislation introduced in Uganda in 2009 regarding homosexuality?

Imprisonment for all sexual orientations.

Legalization of same-sex relationships.

Life imprisonment for homosexual acts.

A category of offenses named 'aggravated homosexuality'. (correct)

According to Uganda's government, how is homosexual conduct characterized?

As a beneficial social construct.

As an authentic cultural practice.

As a Western perversion. (correct)

As a lawful preference.

What does 'aggravated homosexuality' imply regarding penalties in Uganda?

Severe consequences, including the death penalty. Signup and view all the answers

What role does sexuality politics play in Uganda's approach to international relations?

A central theme intertwining with issues of securitization. Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the fundamental shift in conceptualizing what the international is in this discussion?

Processual theorizing. Signup and view all the answers

Who has explored the sexuality politics in Uganda in significant detail?

Rahul Rao. Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of critical attention on the shaping of political accounts regarding sexuality?

It challenges dominant narratives and offers new perspectives. Signup and view all the answers

What role did state economic strategies play in urban centers like Rio and Cairo?

They required the displacement or removal of certain communities. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amar characterize the new subjects created by transnational parastatals?

As securitised parahumans with complex subjectivities. Signup and view all the answers

What are ‘parastatal formations’ as identified by Amar?

Public-private partnerships linked to global investor flows. Signup and view all the answers

What is a critique of how LGBTQ sexuality politics is often framed?

It is framed through a Northern lens, such as Stonewall. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect does Amar's work primarily challenge within International Relations (IR)?

The application of Northern theories to global South dynamics. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'militarised humanitarianism' imply in the context of the content?

Humanitarian operations that involve military strategies and oversight. Signup and view all the answers

What category does Amar's focus on securitisation practices intend to create?

Analytical categories addressing the implications of sexuality politics. Signup and view all the answers

What concept is closely associated with the hypervisibility of certain working-class communities?

The perversions of globalization and cultural conflict. Signup and view all the answers

What does the work of Ayoub (2015) focus on in relation to LGBT rights?

International determinants of LGBT rights legislation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary theme discussed in Bosia (2013)?

Why states engage in homophobia during crises Signup and view all the answers

What significant action was highlighted in Clinton's 2011 speech?

The importance of global LGBT rights Signup and view all the answers

Which publication focuses on the implications of winning gay rights according to Franke (2012)?

Dating the State: The Moral Hazards of Winning Gay Rights Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does Browne and Nash (2010) explore in their work?

The intricacies of queer theories within social science research Signup and view all the answers

According to Bosia (2014), how is state behavior toward LGBT rights characterized?

It reflects a mix of oppression and support based on political contexts Signup and view all the answers

What type of publication is 'The Meanings of Rights' edited by Douzinas and Gearty (2014)?

An academic textbook Signup and view all the answers

What common theme is likely addressed in 'Global Homophobia' as edited by Bosia and Weiss?

Political oppression and resistance regarding LGBT issues Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of domestic policy change does Kollman's work highlight the limitations of?

How international norms cause domestic policy change Signup and view all the answers

How does Kollman perceive the relationship between human rights and sexuality liberation movements?

Human rights may disenfranchise today's radicals Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of rights norms highlighted in Kollman's work?

Rights norms articulate freedom in conventional ways Signup and view all the answers

What does Kollman expect from the LGBT 'marriage equality' movement regarding modern marriage?

It will not impact the gendered nature of marriage Signup and view all the answers

What do critical and queer scholars generally believe about the limitations of rights?

Rights can serve as a framework for emancipatory sexual politics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Kollman's examination within constructivism?

The application of social research concepts to same-sex union laws Signup and view all the answers

What does Kollman identify as a tension within the concept of human rights?

Human rights can both break down barriers and generate assimilationist pressures Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized about any specific rights norm according to the content?

It instantiates a particular politics Signup and view all the answers

What does Rao argue about the concept of place-formation?

It involves a permanence carved from various flows of processes. Signup and view all the answers

How does Rao describe the nature of homophobia in his analysis?

It is versatile and serves various political interests. Signup and view all the answers

Which term does Whitehead use that is significant in Rao's argument?

Permanence Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary argument made by Jasbir Puar regarding queerness?

Some queers are incorporated into the nation while others are marginalized. Signup and view all the answers

According to Rao, how does homophobia manifest in Ugandan history?

Both as imperial collaboration and decolonization. Signup and view all the answers

What does Rao imply about the relationship between core and periphery?

They are constituted by flows of people, commodities, money, and ideas in both directions. Signup and view all the answers

What does Rao's analytical framework suggest about the political purposes of homophobia?

It adapts to various political interests and contexts. Signup and view all the answers

What crucial step does Rao take in his analysis of homophobia?

He examines how homophobia is located in different contexts. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Militarised Humanitarian Operations in Rio and Cairo

Authorities conducted militarised humanitarian rescue operations, highlighting specific working-class communities.
These operations marked certain communities as queer, linking them to 'the perversions of globalisation'.
State economic strategies involved urban renewal and tourism, leading to the displacement of these communities.
Sites of queer conviviality were seen as contested spaces within a broader global culture war.

Securitisation and Global South

Amar posits that emergent securitisation practices create 'securitised parahumans', blurring local and transnational identities.
Public-private partnerships and development coalitions serve global investor interests and tourism, despite being framed as local protection efforts.
The global South is identified as a crucial site for theory-making in international relations, challenging Northern-centric IR frameworks.
Recognition of sexuality politics in the global South calls for new analytical categories in IR scholarship.

Homophobia as a Political Tool in Uganda

Uganda's anti-LGBT legislation introduced in 2009 included severe penalties, such as the death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'.
The Ugandan government perceives homosexuality as a Western import, framing it as a culturally inauthentic act.
Rahul Rao's research connects Uganda's anti-LGBT stance to international relations, emphasizing the complex interaction of core and periphery dynamics.
Homophobia in Uganda is not solely a result of colonial legacy but is shaped by contemporary politics and historical context.

Duality of Homophobia

Rao suggests that homophobia is versatile and serves both imperial and anticolonial agendas, reflecting diverse audiences.
It is not a uniform phenomenon; its manifestation in Uganda depends on various political purposes and contexts.
Critical exploration is necessary to understand how homophobia is mobilized politically and socially in different settings.

Challenges to Rights-Based Frameworks

Kollman's work illustrates the tension between human rights advocacy for LGBTQ individuals and assimilationist pressures within rights frameworks.
LGBTQ rights, particularly concerning same-sex unions, are critiqued for reinforcing heteronormative structures rather than dismantling them.
The radical origins of LGBTQ liberation movements are often overshadowed by formal recognition and rights frameworks.
Scholars advocate for a more nuanced understanding of rights politics and a recognition of the limitations these frameworks impose on broader sexual politics.

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Explore the complex interactions between state strategies and marginalized communities in urban settings like Rio and Cairo. This quiz delves into the socio-political implications of militarised humanitarian operations and the hypervisibility of queer spaces amid globalisation. Test your knowledge on how these dynamics shape cultural heritage and tourism.