Lover of Men: Abraham Lincoln’s Untold Romantic History

We’re thrilled to share a truly groundbreaking documentary that sheds light on an untold chapter of American history. Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln promises to be a revelatory exploration of the intimate life of one of America’s most consequential presidents, Abraham Lincoln. This film isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a bold examination of sexual identity, gender roles, and American intolerance.

Lover of Men is directed by the talented Shaun Peterson and features insights from preeminent Lincoln scholars and historians. Through never-before-seen photographs and letters, the documentary reveals Lincoln’s romantic relationships with men, providing a fresh perspective on his life. This documentary dives deep into the history of human sexual fluidity, comparing the sexual mores of the nineteenth century with today’s standards. It challenges us to broaden our understanding of human sexuality and question why we often hold such a limited view.

The documentary features interviews with a stellar lineup of scholars and historians:

• Dr. John Stauffer – Harvard University
• Dr. Thomas Balcerski – Occidental College
• Michael Bronski – Harvard University
• Dr. Craig Tichelkamp – Harvard Divinity School
• Dr. Jack Halberstam – Columbia University
• Dr. Tey Meadow – Columbia University
• Dr. Emily Owens – Brown University
• Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson – Wellesley College
• Dr. Charles Strozier – Historian
• Dr. Jean Baker – Historian
• Dr. Michael Chesson – University of MA Boston
• Jonathan Ned Katz – Historian
• Hugh Ryan – Author/Historian
• Dr. Beryl Satter – Rutgers University
• Dr. Hanne Blank Boyd – Author/Historian
• Dr. Lisa Diamond – University of Utah
• Alok Vaid-Menon – Artist/Historian
• Rep. Zooey Zephyr – Montana State Legislator
• Joan Cummins – Associate Director of Learning Initiatives, President Lincoln’s Cottage

These experts provide invaluable insights, making Lover of Men not just an exploration of Lincoln’s life, but a broader examination of how societal norms around sexuality and gender have evolved—and where they still need to go.

Check out the trailer for Lover of Men in the following video:

We can’t wait for Lover of Men to spark important conversations and offer new insights into American history and the complexities of human sexuality. We’re eagerly anticipating more information on the release date and availability of this must-see documentary. So keep an eye on this space for more updates. 

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