"A lot of Filipinos are hypocrites. Facing gays, they can come off as friends. But, behind their backs, it's a different story. I know a lot of straight guys who hate gays. They just don't want to be seen as narrow minded especially in the face of gays who do well in their professions or careers. "
Quoted from a filipino, agreed upon by me, a filipino.
"Then some would call me racist for my thoughts, or say that I'm attacking my own heritage and other junk. Too much pride in their heritage. Just too much it's so stupid."
Yeah, yeah. It's in the travel section. So sue me.
2006-08-22 06:29:17 · 8 answers · asked by Coffee-Infused Insomniac 1 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Philippines
Maybe, because the Philippines is still more on the conservative side, that is why any deviation from the normal will raise eyebrows.
But in my experience, guys hate gays who are vulgar, loud and flirty. Otherwise it's OK.
2006-08-22 07:00:24 · answer #1 · answered by Keepingmycool 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. There are some open-minded Filipinos but definitely homophobia is strong here. Even if you don't show it, they hate you. Not all Filipinos are homophobics but definitely there are.
2014-12-06 04:43:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm the only straight guy in my office. My boss is gay. So, while I kinda understand what you mean, at least be glad that what homophobia there is in the Philippines isn't usually violent.
Also, when was the last time you heard of a gay guy or girl being kicked out of the house by their parents? Even if the parents would rather not have their kid be gay, at least they're trying to come to terms with it, right?
I dunno. Just can't see where all your bitterness is coming from.
Be loud. Be proud ika nga....
2006-08-23 00:39:56 · answer #3 · answered by spindoccc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all, but I bet that every Filipino knew a person or more who is homophobic. Well, for me, you can't really blame them all.
Most gay men in the Philippines aren't the "discreet" or "decent" type, you know... most of them are loud, vulgar, cross dressers who give attractive looking straight men dirty looks when they happen to pass by.
I myself had an unfortunate rendezvous with an indiscreet gay folk.
Although most gay men whom I am friends with are really decent, good and dependable people, whose artistic flair for basically everything and infectious zest for life is admirable.
2006-08-22 13:44:25 · answer #4 · answered by Jinky Winky 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
it's not hypocrisy it's just the way we are.
Come to think of this what does gays do if they see an ugly and handsome men, who would you approach and talk? and why?
So everybody is hypocrite not just Filipino's
2006-08-23 02:27:40 · answer #5 · answered by von1979 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We respect gays generally, some use humor to diffuse social pretensions & intolerance. It all still boil downs to social graces, personal prejudices and moral values bec whether hetero or homo, what motivates sincerely a person to do what he does is in his heart.
2006-08-22 22:17:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Jinky Winky 100 %..in addition to that..most gays are not honest and trustworthy..they even stole moneys from their own parents or siblings..
2006-08-22 21:02:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had 2 gay Philippino students who were totally afraid of coming out because they were petrified their parents would disown them. One nearly succeeded at committing suicide. So I think it must be.
2006-08-22 15:16:22 · answer #8 · answered by Bobbie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋