2006-12-25 13:13:09 · 14 answers · asked by michelle_markwica 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
there are certain things that straight people always say when stereotyping, so it's pretty easy to spot them
2006-12-25 15:23:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because they're used to being comfortable and having things their way. Besides, how many times has someone been embarrassed when speaking of someone to turn around and that person be there? The above person made a good point, they don't look for us if we don't "stick out." So they feel comfortable enough to speak about us for good or bad.
2006-12-25 21:52:12 · answer #2 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably because it's the most common orientation, I don't believe most people mean it to be hurtful. I think maybe it's similar to when people say 'he' even if it's a general statement that could be said about a man or a woman.
2006-12-25 21:15:35 · answer #3 · answered by suz_e_q_zee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I do not assume anything about anyone. And I don't really care what someone sexual preference is unless I plan on having a relationship with them it is none of my business. Have a blessed Christmas and a joyous New Year! God bless****
2006-12-25 21:48:45 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because the majority of the world is strait. I think that they are trying to be respectful, but I just laugh at them and say,"Honey, I'm gay!" and walk away! You should try it! It is so much fun!!!
2006-12-25 21:17:42 · answer #5 · answered by §~You can't judge me!~§ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's called heterocentrism and it's because the majority of people are Hetero. It's a "safe" assumption (even though it IS wrong).
2006-12-26 10:28:48 · answer #6 · answered by unclefrunk 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The great assumption "straight until proven otherwise."
2006-12-26 00:52:08 · answer #7 · answered by carora13 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is "everybody" that you talk about 'straight" or gay? I am not "everybody", so, therefore, i do not think that way.
2006-12-25 22:05:01 · answer #8 · answered by st.uncumber 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because we see so many people who are gay and they talk the way they do so people who talk the opposite way should be straight..
2006-12-25 21:15:19 · answer #9 · answered by Brittany C 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Wanna try that again this time while making sense?
2006-12-25 21:23:00 · answer #10 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋