I feel anyone, no matter what their orientation, has the right to keep knowledge of that orientation private if they want. That is, I believe in closets for those who want to live in them. I don't think this is against gay pride, but it clearly is against the practice of "outing" someone else.
What do you think about closets?
2007-06-07 12:59:07 · 14 answers · asked by auntb93 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
Actually, I'm more of a closet straight, in that I'm a bisexual of very little gay experience. About one on Kinsey's 0 to 5 scale. [There; you've opened my closet door!]
2007-06-07 13:14:36 · update #1
It is not against gay pride or anything else to believe in closets (hiding information) for those who believe that they need them.
Most of humanity is hiding something and many hide stuff from themselves as well as from others. It seems to be a matter of what a person can or is willing to accept or confront.
Recent information about Kinsey would seem to place him in a socially unacceptable position in regards to his own preferences. His data does tend to show a bias.
Unlike the don't ask and don't tell policy (stupidity in federal form), closets do have doors which can be opened and closed depending upon the personal company one keeps and the company at which one works. Some things are no-body's business.
Gay pride should be a personal choice. It is perfectly okay to have pride in accepting one's self. Where is the pride in blowing the whistle on another human?
2007-06-07 13:34:32 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 13⤊ 2⤋
I don't personally believe in closets, but I respect another person's wishes if they choose to live in the closet.
There's the whole gay pride thing, yes, but there's also a widely held belief that you can't possibly be happy if you're hiding something so significant about yourself. I feel bad for folks who don't feel they're ready to come out of the closet and just be themselves.
Regardless, I don't believe in outing people - it's a very personal decision that only the individual has a right to make.
2007-06-07 13:05:49 · answer #2 · answered by nyboxers73 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1. I'm a heterosexual male who thinks gay pride parades are a fun event. This year I even volunteered at the Seattle pride parade, I was with the wells fargo float. 2. Helps and it's a fun event 3. Sure, but public affection isn't harming society and everyone feels different about it. I don't see anything wrong with it... It's only a one day event, why not let them have their fun...
2016-05-19 04:56:10 · answer #3 · answered by rene 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I happen to agree. Someone should not be forced. I mean, we all know what being LGBT is like, closeted or not. We know it is hard. When coming out, it is even more difficult. So I think instead, just live and let live. It is their life, it is their decision, and has nothing really to do with us unless we are personally involved with that someone, and even then, it should not really matter.
2007-06-07 13:16:43 · answer #4 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe in closets, but mostly for clothes.
Those who remain in the closet do not do so for themselves, but due to the fear of the reactions of others.
If someone wants to keep their sexual orientation hidden, it is usually because society accepts discrimination against LGBT individuals instead of being more accepting & tolerant of those who do not share the same sexual orientation. If there was no discrimination and intolerance, there would be no need to hide one's sexual orientation.
2007-06-07 13:05:42 · answer #5 · answered by χριστοφορος ▽ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think closets are for clothes! yes, I lived in one for a long time when I was younger, but I finally gained the strength to come out. however, I think it's wrong to "out" someone....I would never do such a thing. the only time I would consider it right to "out" someone is if a closeted gay politician votes in such a way to undermine gay rights.
2007-06-07 14:27:39 · answer #6 · answered by redcatt63 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hmmm, may I try wording that differently for you?
You believe that orientation is a private thing and should not be disclosed unless that is what the person wants to do.
I agree fully.
2007-06-07 13:11:31 · answer #7 · answered by IndyT- For Da Ben Dan 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I like them to keep my clothes in! No seriously, if you don't think you'd be happy being out then that's your perogative, it's not fair for someone to disrespect that and out you. If you want your sexual orientation kept private for whatever reason then you should be able to keep it that way. People should keep thier sticky beaks out. You stay in the closet, be in and be proud!
2007-06-07 13:05:39 · answer #8 · answered by Karen S 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some have very good reasons for staying in their closet. It is a personal decision. To those that would out them I would say one thing:
I am prepared to die, but there is no cause for which I am prepared to kill. - Ghandi
I relate this to outing someone in that you can out yourself but do not out another. Each person makes their own decision.
2007-06-07 13:58:35 · answer #9 · answered by Tegarst 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it's personal decision, however, I think it's sad that being in the closet is even a choice when it comes to one's sexuality.
2007-06-07 13:04:00 · answer #10 · answered by ☮ wickey wow wow ♀♀ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋