While it is true that relationships take a lot of hard work, it should not be that hard. If you truly care about someone, and they care about you, there is a mutual respect and love. You will want to make your partner happy and you will both make the decisions about your future. If only it were that simple. For the gay community, having a relationship is that much harder. If you are openly gay, unfortunately, you will be judged. You will deal with a lot more prejudice and stupidity from people who just don't understand. If you and your partner decide to go somewhere, on a … [Read more...]
Why Should I Care About LGBT Discrimination? Read Ahead And Find Out
February 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Many persons have a neutral opinion towards lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transsexuals but do not bother much about the issue because they feel it does not concern them. Well, what is the guarantee that your child will not turn out as a gay or lesbian? Do not provide silly justifications like good parenting or disciplined lifestyle. Sexual orientation is not a matter of good parenting. It is not as if all gays and lesbians had bad parents. If you have a general idea of the level of discrimination and complications that lesbians and gays face, just ask yourself whether you would want your … [Read more...]
Want To Improve Condition Of LGBT Community? Remove Myths And Spread Information
February 23, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Have you done research on the internet only to find many educated individuals in and around your neighborhood having misconceptions about the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transsexual community? If yes, you can organize seminars and workshops that will help people clarify their myths. There are some persons who have an inherently negative view about the LGBT community. However, most individuals are merely apprehensive because of certain issues. Will gay individuals target any and every man for sex? Do lesbians practice promiscuous lifestyle? Will they act as a bad influence on kids? Will they … [Read more...]
Want To Help LGBT? Proclaim That You Do Not Discriminate
February 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment
What steps can you take to ensure that lesbians and gays are not discriminated against? One of the biggest disadvantages of the high profile lobbying being conducted by agencies working in favor of gay and lesbian empowerment is that the ordinary man on the street feels excluded. The ordinary man on the street feels that he or she cannot contribute in any manner whatsoever. Whenever people read about measures to improve the condition of gays and lesbians, it is always is related to the legislature, Washington, the Senate or other such high profile power centers. What can you do to make a … [Read more...]
Want To Support The LGBT Community? Be Prepared For The Backlash
February 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
If you are thinking of speaking in favor of the LGBT community, you must be prepared for the backlash. Civilized individuals who relied on logic and rationale for settling disagreements and disputes will suddenly start quoting scriptures to prove their point. Statistics and facts twisted beyond recognition will be placed in front of you as a proof of your foolishness. If you think this is as bad as it is going to get, then think again. Refusal to see sense will automatically result in questions on your own sexuality. Those who feel the LGBT community must be reformed presume that anybody … [Read more...]
The Forecast in Boston? Sunny and Same Sex
February 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Article Content: The Boston Globe recently reported cheery findings for Boston’s same-sex population: the number of same sex couples living together in Boston has risen 17% since Massachusetts legalized gay marriage 10 years ago—that’s over 20,000 couples enjoying domestic bliss with the similarly gendered partner of their choice. Since Massachusetts stepped to the front of the line and initiated the legalization of gay marriage, the Globe’s report seems to indicate that lesbian and gay individuals are feeling less concern over acceptance, and more freedom to pursue their choice … [Read more...]
Protection Of Rights Of LGBT – Not Just An Issue Related To Morality And Legalese
February 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Their issue of protection of rights of homosexuals is not just about morality and social welfare. That a section of society is completely neglected when it comes to basic civil rights is a matter of shame. However, the basic issue that is affecting homosexuals is something far more serious. Lesbians, gays, transsexuals and bisexuals do not enjoy legitimacy according to the setup of laws today. It is a basic rule of legal interpretation that 'he' includes she whenever any law refers to any person as 'he'. However, the fact that there are persons who do not fit into either category is … [Read more...]
Understand Homosexuals – Sexual Orientation And Behavior Are Two Different Things
February 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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...]
Ecko and Emil
February 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Marc Ecko's company, known as Ecko, has never been the old-fashioned kind of company. They don't appeal to the seniors and they aren't interested in being cool as much as they are interested in being the kind of company that can be respected an admired. So it's no surprise that a company that cares as much about who they are as what they sell would have Emil Wilbekin as their vice president. Emil Wilbekin has had a long and storied career in positions of power. At one time he was the editor-in-chief of Quincey Jones' “Vibe” magazine. Wilbekin was born in 1968 and went on to graduate … [Read more...]
Marriage Amongst Homosexuals – Complicated By Religion And Morality
February 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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...]