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Same Sex Marriage: Where Do You Stand?

Published on May 21, 2012, by in Hot Topics.

Prejudice and intolerance; they come in many forms. Nearly everyone has some sort of prejudice or intolerance against someone else; even if they are apprehensive to admit, or know, it exists. Usually the prejudice and intolerance rear their ugly heads whenever someone wishes to do something to others, for whatever reasons, deem inappropriate. 

The Holy Bible has been used since time immemorial to defend every form of prejudice and intolerance imaginable. History is rife with human beings committing all manner of atrocities, one against the other, in the name of one God or another. 
Therefore, it is no wonder that the idea of same-sex marriage has become such a hot button topic.

Opponents from all sides state their narrow-minded reasons why same-sex marriage should not be allowed. Many believe the Holy Bible supports their stance, while others believe it is simply immoral. For the most part, people refuse to acknowledge the possibility that there are no real differences between traditional and same-sex marriage. 

Part of the argument against same-sex marriage is child rearing.

It is often believed that parents of the same-sex cannot properly prepare children for the world around them. In truth, same-sex couples can often be better equipped to prepare children for the world in that they know what prejudice and intolerance truly are. This type of knowledge can be vital in a child’s development and interpersonal skills; as opposed to being taught prejudice and intolerance. 

Proponents point out that not only do they have the God given right to make their own choices as to whom they would like to legally spend their life with, but their sexual orientation isn’t a choice to begin with. 



There are those who believe that sexual orientation is genetic and not a choice. Ask anyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, the exact day and time they made that (sexual orientation) choice – and most will be unable to tell you. Why? Because, as many understand, it is not a choice. 
Whether or not this belief is held to be true, there is the inescapable fact that most people never really made the choice to be attracted to one sex or another (or both). It just happened.



From a legal stand point, same-sex marriages are a complicated mix of majority (anti-same-sex marriage) rules and minority (pro-same-sex marriage) rights. However, just because one is in the majority does not automatically mean the minority is on the losing side.

More and more, society, whether it agrees with it or not, seems to be bending to the will of the same-sex minority. 
Prejudice and intolerance are slowly being replaced by a live and let live, don’t ask-don’t tell, methodology. While this may not be the revolutionary reversal of opinion many pro-same-sex marriage couples seek, it is a major step in the right direction. Tolerance is just the first step. Once people see that same-sex marriage is, at it’s core, nothing more or less than two people who love each other, tolerance will become acceptance and acceptance will become normal.

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What is GLAAD?

Published on May 17, 2012, by in GLAAD.

GLAAD stands for Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation. It is a non-profit organization with a mission of amplifying the voice of the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) community. There are many supporting businesses and foundations partnering with GLAAD such as Gill Foundation, Acus Foundation and Wells Fargo Bank. The organization takes upon itself to serve as a watchdog over the media in order to defend the positive public image of the true LGBT as real people.

GLAAD’s current Chair person is Sheri Fults who has been the Chair for GLAAD organization for two years. She is a literary manager who represents the upcoming writers and film/TV directors. With a background of corporation communication and Liberal Arts degree from University of Texas, Sheri serves GLAAD with her strong leadership.

Over the years, there have been many cruelties, remarks and hostile damages against the LGBT community. Main stream society promotes more negative reports, news and movies to discriminate against LGBT simply because of their sexual orientation. They have been called names, bullied, and even killed for being themselves. GLAAD works and strives to ensure that the LGBT is represented fairly in the media. Moreover, it works as a media outlet itself with online blogs, a news center, rewards events, endless story reporting and more.

Besides a strong technology and PR team, GLAAD also has a very massive supporter base. The organization has made more than $10,000,000 in fund raising in the year of 2010 and the financial resources attract elite staff to work for GLAAD. From Board members to volunteers, GLAAD stands out with sharp observations, truthful reporting and a strong work ethic that can change the world. GLAAD is a social reform advocate and makes a profound influence for the world.

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