Mary Fisher | August 19,1992
Vulnerability: 3 | Empathy: 29 | Truth: 23
V.E.T. Coded Total: 55
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Mary Fisher’s speech “A Whisper of AID’s” was a powerful and moving address given at the 1992 Republican National Convention. In it, Fisher spoke about her personal experience as a HIV-positive woman and the importance of addressing the AIDS crisis. The speech had a significant impact on raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, particularly within the Republican Party and conservative circles.
Fisher’s speech was notable for its emphasis on the human face of the AIDS epidemic and the need for compassion and empathy for those affected by the disease. Her powerful words helped to dispel myths and stereotypes about HIV/AIDS and highlighted the importance of education and preventative measures.
The speech was widely covered in the media and was seen as a turning point in the Republican Party’s approach to HIV/AIDS. It helped to shift the conversation about the disease away from politics and towards public health.
In the years following her speech, Fisher continued to be an advocate for HIV/AIDS education and prevention, and her speech is widely considered to be a seminal moment in the history of the AIDS epidemic.
Tyler Ford