Questions and Topics We Can Help You Answering; 

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1. How did values, special interests and stereotypes affect the development of policy and resources available to deal with the spread of AIDS?

2. One of the actors suggests that "Common sense, however, rarely carried much weight in regard to AIDS policy." What did he mean by this and what were the implications for AIDS policy?

3. What could or should have been done about Gaetan Dugas? What ethical and legal issues are raised by his behavior?

4. If we knew then what we know now, what should have been the government's response to AIDS? Describe in detail the actions that might have been taken.

5. How do the events detailed in this movie continue to effect the delivery of social work services to those who are HIV infected and how might you or your agency improve services?

6. Take a personal position about the problem of HIV/AIDS and write a policy statement.

7. Identify two strategies or tactics you would use to advocate for this policy in a 3rd world country.