Homophobes?

Question

i would just like to ask why there are so many homophobes here on y@hoo answers.

dont they understand that us LGBT people are exactly that. PEOPLE, not punchbags.

So why should we be treated any differently?
It isn't like we choose to be gay
Do they really think that we would choose to get verbally and physically abused by other people?
We don't deserve it, and whatever you may think. that is the truth

[now i know i will get a lot of homophobic comments on here calling me a gay boi and a puff etc but i would just like to ask...

If you hate us, why post on this section, you sadistic morons?
Do you enjoy causing other people pain?]

Im asking this question because i really don;t understand why we get so much abuse., when LGBTs are people too, and sexuality only determines what you do in the bedroom....

Answer 1

I'd say probably because they are uneducated, have nothing better to do with their time than pick on others, and very intimidated!!!

I actually find the question, personally, quite funny. Let me explain why, so you don't think I'm joining in.........

A friend of mine, who is gay, has been a friend for over 20 years. When we were younger we spent lots of time together, most of my family assumed we would get married!! My brothers used to look up to him, get advice about things from him, spend time with him. I always had my suspicions but he never confided in me, so I left the decision up to him as to when he 'came out'.

When he did over 10 years ago, he thought I would be surprised and shocked, but I think he was quite relieved when my reply way "is that all, I've known for years....."

The bit I find funny now, is that my brothers are very against homosexuals............ so I take great delight in laughing quietly to myself and thinking "if only you knew". I wouldn't tell them, as that isn't my place to do so. But I fail to see, after so many years, how they could just suddenly decide to stop liking someone they have known for so many years.

The other thing that strikes me, especially when men talk of having to watch their back.............. is do they really think that every gay bloke is going to want to try something on with every straight man??

Cos thats like saying every man wants to shag every woman - do they not realise that the other person might not fancy them?? Probably not, cos they're so wrapped up being so macho!

Another thing that really really bugs me about all this.... especially comments of outrage about the act being immoral or wrong, or whatever phrase they use.............

What about all those 'straight' blokes out there that watch porn movies, that more often than not involve anal sex with women ------WHATS THE DIFFERENCE!!! And what about all those macho men that actually do that act as part of their 'love making' ? I RECKON THAT MAKES THEM AS GAY AS THE BLOKES THEY FEAR

Be quite interesting if anyone will be willing to comment on that statement and somehow convince everyone that I'm wrong...................... c'mon lads take up that challenge

I reckon everyone has a right to be who they are, and to live in a way they want to. As long as they aren't doing anything to hurt anyone else, why should it matter?

Trust me, gay men are very choosy......... (unless totally plastered in a gay club)............ and have enough choice without having to consider every straight bloke as fair game, or attractive.

I've been in a good few gay bars and clubs, and have to say that for a straight woman, its a much more fun, safe and secure place to be............. no blokes p*****d up and thinking they can pull any woman they can!!!

Answer 2

Of course you are people that deserve respect as everyone else.

I don't really know why there are so many rude comments made but I would suspect it is a lack of education and exposure. Another thing is that it is a public forum and anyone can participate and some people enjoy being rude and nasty in general. They must not have anything better to do or be very secure with themselves.

I don't hate anyone, I have a strong dislike for some but they have given me a reason the feel that way but never toward an entire group of people.

I agree that being gay is not a choice and with your reasoning. That is a hard road to walk as if life isn't hard enough as it is.

Hey,could someone please tell me what a "LGBT" as I haven't a clue!

Answer 3

Not sure how much is actually homophobia or religious zealotry, and how much is just not feeling alive unless they can get a rise out of someone else, the same as people who inflict pain on themselves or who relentlessly needle others in person just to get a response, the same need, just directed inward or outward. Those directing outward always go for the most sensitive, most vulnerable targets, and especially the ones who have the most trouble getting anyone to come to their defense.

Answer 4

I agree with you, my friend. If you don't like something, why look? Why answer, why get yourself involved? I fear it's because humans are too curious by nature. And also, you get some people who come on line, answer a question or post a comment that is derogatory simply to get a rise out of those of us who are genuine on here. I guess the best thing we can do is ignore them, show them that we're the mature ones and simply do not tolerate it. Ignore them, report them, do whatever makes you feel comfortable. Just try not to surrender to them, it's exactly what they want.

Answer 5

A majority of people say hurtful things for attention. They want peers to think they are funny and cool. Rather than meet you and learn about you as a person, they snap judge and say mean things that they wouldn't actually say to you face. I'm actually dealing with this over in the spirituality and Religion section right now. I asked if there should be a seperate category for the hecklers and the hecklers are assuming I'm uber religous and ripping on me. People are rude. Hang out with the ones who aren't. I accept you as a person and respect who you are. I support unity and understanding no one judging or being disrespectful to anyone, regardless of lifestyles and beliefs.

Answer 6

Some people just want attention and the only way they are going to get that is by bashing on people. Easiest for most haters is the LGBT community. They don't hate that bad. They are just too much of a loser to do something useful and constructive with their time. They are just virgins who are really immature. I would just ignore them. If we all did then they would stop posting here.

Answer 7

This question or some variant has been asked a thousand times (at least) on here. In fact scroll down the list and you'll see that I just provided this same answer to another question in the same vein.

The answers are various and depend on the character of the "homophobe" asking the question. Below are some reasons:

1. They are pathetic little individuals who need some sort of response (even a negative one) to validate their existence

2. They are embittered and wish to vent (pick an easy target R&S is another popular target for these)

3. They are genuinely ignorant

4. They are struggling with their own sexuality

5. Their understanding of their religion bids them prompt us to alert us to the dangers of our life choices

6. They are schoolkids having a puerile laugh at something that is R18/R21 (in their world)

7. Tribalism - score points against another tribe and you justify the superiority of your own

I could go on.

Feed the trolls once and they'll come back for more. Don't give them the satisfaction.

Answer 8

Unfortunately there are homophobes everywhere in life. Along with racists, chauvenists and sexists.

Until the human race manages to overcome their prejudices and judge people individually, we'll just have to put up with it.

Answer 9

Homophobia and racism have no place in modern society and are projections of small minds and religious conservatism (which I have little time for, either).
Some people cannot grasp the fact that not every one is just like them. It affords some people comfort to tease, mock, ridicule and in some cases attack- things that they do not understand. Its amusing to see how far we have come technologically, yet how primitive we remain socially.

Answer 10

It's the internet. People like to cross the line and outdo eachother. Don't take it personally, most of the homophobic comments I've seen are just failed attempts at off-color humor.