Tag Archives: stereotypes
The Company We Keep: Judgemental vs. Positive Attitues
An article in the Washington Blade on getting fit in 2015 has gotten a bit of a backlash in its commentary because of the seemingly ‘no fats’ take on who should be in your social circle: Surround yourself with healthy … Continue reading
Telling Our Story: Gay Cowboys in Australia
Meet Dan and Miki. Two gay cowboys living out their dream life of ranching in Australia. What’s important about the telling of this story is finding the self you are most comfortable with. Dan’s self-confidence isn’t a gift he was … Continue reading
Gay Fathers Explain the Selfless Reason for Adoption
The Huffington Post profiles Ricardo and Jessie Ortiz-Barreto, two gay men who have raised four adopted boys. The men speak of their desire to adopt in a powerful way that combats every stereotype that anti-equality forces claim when they try … Continue reading
‘Do I Sound Gay?’ Documentary to Explore the Gay Voice; Literally
David Thorpe is producing a documentary to explore the tone of the gay male voice and if, in some people, it is a give away to sexual orientation. Confession: I’ve always been self-conscious about “sounding gay.” It’s one of the … Continue reading
Effeminate Gay Men Get Fierce, Powerful and Successful On TV
Sex-columnist, gay activist and speaker, Dan Savage deconstructs how effeminate gay men have moved fop foible to fully realized on Television screens. From the Slog: The swishy gay men on Under the Gunn or Drag Race aren’t sitting around waiting … Continue reading
Overcoming our Own Stereotyping and Prejudices
As Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) persons, we’re always internally on guard for how we may be received by any given stranger at any given time. We think to ourselves ‘will they treat us with respect?’ and, at times, … Continue reading
Accepting The Femine Mystique of the Gay Man
In opinion piece for The Huffington Post, Tyler Curry comments on how the image of what a gay man can be is growing. But as more and more athletes and actors come out, and as people get to know their … Continue reading
Quote of the Day: Stereotypes
“The problem with stereotypes is not that they are untrue, but that they are incomplete. They make one story become the only story.” — Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie From and excellent article on gays men and stereotypes on Gay.net
A Step Forward for Bisexual Visibility
From The Milwaukee-Wisconsin Journal Sentinal: Democratic state Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa said Tuesday she’s decided to come out as a bisexual member of the LGBT community. Zamarripa, the only Hispanic in the Legislature, faces one Democratic primary challenger in her bid … Continue reading
Why Being Gay Isn’t an Addiction
Opponents of equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people will often use the comparison of “the gay lifestyle” as an addiction; something like being an alcoholic or a drug addict. Those who are LGBT know that is not true. … Continue reading →