It is important to understand the difference between sexual orientation and sexual behavior to ensure you do not discriminate unfairly against the LGBT community. Sexual orientation is a matter of genes. It is determined by factors beyond one's control. At puberty, the release of hormones creates physical and emotional changes in the body and this causes the natural attraction towards members of the opposite sex. In some cases, for reasons unknown, this happens differently with homosexuals. You are not in a position to control this any more than you are in a position to control the growth … [Read more...]
Marriage Amongst Homosexuals – Complicated By Religion And Morality
Marriage is a very controversial point of dispute between opposing groups supporting and opposing gay rights. Many individuals have absolutely no problem granting basic human rights to lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transsexuals provided they stay within their limits. To enjoy medical assistance, fundamental rights and property rights in society is one thing. To demand the right to marry and adopt kids is, for many, a completely different thing. Well, it is not possible to offer human rights in a structured or staggered manner. If homosexuals are considered as humans, they should be afforded … [Read more...]
The Greatest Gay Weddings
For most people the act of marriage is taken for granted but whether a true wedding or a civil union a gay member of society is one of the few people who fully appreciates how special this right is. For those of us in the LGBT community that are lucky enough to reside in a state which allows gays to marry a wedding is a celebration like no other. Many famous gay weddings have proven that they can outshine and outdo like no other. Some of the most well-known gay celebrity weddings are Portia de Rossi and Ellen De Generes. This lesbian couple took advantage of the legal civil union law in … [Read more...]
How To Deal With Differences – The Big LGBT Question
Mankind has always been scared of the unknown. Colored individuals were different and oppressed. Citizens of native countries were considered inferior and ruling over them was considered the White Man's Burden. Democracy flourished at home while dictatorship was exported abroad. The point is not to blame any specific country. Such traits are fundamental to mankind and are not the fault or flaw of any single individual or nation. The right way to proceed is to recognize this and try to reform one's approach. What is your opinion about homosexuality? How will you react if somebody walked up … [Read more...]
Court Judgments – Not The Perfect Solution To Protect Rights Of Homosexuals
The courts are the final arbiter of human rights in civilized countries. Courts are given responsibility of interpreting the Constitution and laws to protect citizens from the dictatorship of lawmakers. So far, courts have done a good job of protecting the masses. The Supreme Court has, time and again, stepped ahead when an uncaring executive or a power driven legislature was trampling rights of citizens of America. However, courts have a less than commendable performance when trying to regulate dictatorship and oppression of society. If majority individuals in society follow a particular … [Read more...]
It’s a Girl Thing
Whether you’re thinking about kicking your look up a notch or you’re completely new to the scene, creating the perfect drag persona is a tricky proposition. While the very definition of drag queen is over-the-top, you want to make sure that every detail fits together perfectly and isn’t chosen just for the sake of a little extra sparkle. After all, the other girls will never let you forget a single faux pas when it comes to dressing your best! Do You Want to Be Unique or Pay Homage to an Idol? When choosing your look, the most important question to ask yourself is whether you’d like … [Read more...]