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[monriatitans]

PRIDE MONTH QUOTE 15

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

“She moved like a woman whose body not only provided her with pleasure, but peace and ease. She moved like a fully embodied universe of her own making.” – Diriye Osman

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[tmarshconnors]

The LGBTQ2+ movement…

The LGBTQ2+ movement has undeniably become a powerful force in contemporary culture, pushing for expanded rights, visibility, and acceptance. However, as a staunch supporter of conservative ideals, I can’t help but notice a growing divide within this movement that threatens to undermine the very principles that the original LGBT community stood for. What started as a fight for equality, personal freedom, and dignity has, in many ways, evolved into something far more complex—something that seems to be at odds with the original spirit of the movement. I mean seriously what is LGBTQ2+?!?! It’s apparently an abbreviation that includes: lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, two-spirited, intersex, quest, questioning and asexual. A genuine mouthful.

The Evolution of LGBT: A Movement Rooted in Personal Freedom

The early LGBT movement was centred around the principles of individual freedom, dignity, and the right to live without persecution. Gays and lesbians sought the same civil rights as everyone else—rights to marry, adopt, and live their lives free of discrimination. Trans individuals, though often marginalised, sought recognition and the right to live as their authentic selves. The goal was simple: equality under the law and respect for personal choices.

At its core, the LGBT movement was about personal freedom—the idea that individuals should be able to define themselves and their lives without fear of repression. This resonated with many, even those who held conservative views. After all, isn’t personal responsibility and freedom something conservatives also value deeply? The focus on equality and the right to pursue happiness aligned, in many ways, with the broader American ethos of individual liberty.

The LGBTQ2+ Movement: A Shift in Focus

However, the modern LGBTQ2+ movement has shifted its focus dramatically. What was once about individual rights and personal freedom has morphed into something broader, more ideological, and often more divisive. This expansion has introduced new complexities, and some argue, contradictions, that threaten to undo the progress made by the original LGBT movement.

One of the key concerns is that the LGBTQ2+ movement now seems to focus on identity politics and groupthink, rather than the core principles of personal freedom. Instead of fighting for the rights of individuals to make their own choices, the movement has become heavily politicised, with some factions pushing for societal conformity to their worldview. This shift from personal liberty to collective ideology is problematic for many reasons. It has really been warped by the radial left.

The Internal Conflict: Radicalism vs. Moderation

The rapid expansion of LGBTQ2+ identities has led to growing internal conflicts within the movement. For example, there is a divide between those who advocate for more radical changes in society—such as redefining gender entirely—and those who simply want equal treatment under the law. This has created tension between moderates who align with the original ideals of the LGBT movement and those who push for more extreme social changes.

Radical activism, while it garners attention, often alienates the very people it seeks to convert. Pushing ideas that challenge long-held beliefs about gender, biology, and social norms can feel coercive rather than liberating. Moreover, this radicalism creates fractures within the LGBTQ2+ community itself, as not all members agree with the direction the movement is taking. Gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals, for instance, may feel their identities are being overshadowed by an overwhelming focus on gender ideology, which can dilute the original goals of the movement.

Alienating Allies and Fuelling Backlash

The broader LGBTQ2+ agenda has also alienated potential allies. Many who once supported the movement for its focus on equality and freedom are now questioning the direction it has taken. The push for societal conformity to ever-evolving concepts of identity and language can feel authoritarian.

The insistence on compliance with new norms—such as the use of certain pronouns or the acceptance of specific gender theories—can be seen as infringing on personal beliefs and free speech. This authoritarian bent, even if well-intentioned, often drives away those who value freedom of thought and expression.

Furthermore, this shift is fuelling a backlash that could potentially undo years of progress. When movements push too far, too fast, they risk sparking resistance from the very people they need to convince. Conservatives who might have been willing to support basic LGBT rights are now being driven into opposition by what they perceive as overreach. Even within more progressive circles, there is a growing discomfort with the direction the LGBTQ2+ movement is taking.

The LGBTQ2+ movement is at a crossroads. It can continue down its current path, pushing for ever more radical changes, but at the risk of alienating both its internal members and external allies. Or, it can refocus on the original ideals that once made it a powerful force for good: personal freedom, dignity, and equality under the law.

As a conservative, I believe in the importance of individual responsibility and freedom. While I may not agree the original LGBT movement stood for, I can respect its focus on equality and the right to live without persecution. However, the current direction of the LGBTQ2+ movement raises serious concerns—not just for conservatives, but for anyone who values the principles of liberty and personal freedom.

If the LGBTQ2+ movement is to remain relevant and successful, it must reconsider its approach. It must find a way to balance the needs of its most radical members with the broader principles that once united it. Otherwise, it risks undermining its own achievements and destroying the ideals that made it a force for change in the first place.

[lucaeverett]

This is something I will always fight for. Hi, My name is Luca, I am an aspiring journalist/activist. I want this world to change for the better, however, it cannot unless we the people continue to call out, and stand up against the problems and transgressions that are happening in the present. Anyway, that is why I’m here, to try to adequately do my part in that. More posts are coming soon.

[jamieoh]

I understand if someone is not sexually Interested in trans people that’s their choice but I do agree I shouldn’t have to disclose my trans status. ESPECIALLY NOT IN A CLUB!!! If you have an opinion leave it below. Let’s talk. . . . . #transgender #trans #debate #talk #lgbt #lgbtrights #transrights #cis #stopkillingus #lgbtissues #comment #leaveacomment #jamie #tgirl #activism #activist #transactivist (at Cork) https://www.instagram.com/p/B06bqHenbsN/?igshid=1lorfh2t6fjet

[britishcandour]

'Wonder Woman' Star Schools Fans Who Say The Character's 'Not A Queer Or Trans Icon' Read More 👉 https://www.candourmag.com/wonder-woman-star-schools-fans-who-say-the-characters-not-a-queer-or-trans-icon/?feed_id=963&_unique_id=6299324059812 UK’s Leading British Asian Magazine. Focusing on Fashion, Beauty, Parties, Celebrities, Music, Entertainment, Tech & More. Be ahead of all the biggest trends! 👍 up 👉 www.candourmag.com #LGBTissues #LyndaCarter #wonderwoman #BritishCandour

[franklong12]

200 Anti-LGBTQ Bills And Counting: GOP's War On Trans Kids Continues After a collection of main legislative v... Read the rest on our site with the url below https://worldwidetweets.com/200-anti-lgbtq-bills-and-counting-gops-war-on-trans-kids-continues/?feed_id=157200&_unique_id=62503a94652d2 #2022election #dontsaygaybill #LGBTissues

[nerdy30trans-blog]

To the friend that left

A write this post with a broken heart. Our journey in the LGBT, and especially the trans community from my perspective is filled with brokenness. I lost another friend, and realize this is something I will just have to learn to cope with, the texts that go unanswered, the congratulations that aren’t acknowledged, your existence ignored. It sucks when it is someone you loved and knew for 15 years, you went through the horrors of losing classmates, you got out of Baltimore, they were in your wedding. Now, they can’t follow you on this journey, because God won’t let them. Well what about the God who called and loved me, that allowed me to transition rather than commit suicide? Or does God only talk the way you want him to talk? I didn’t ask for anything but support, for friendship, for knowing you will still have my back when the dark days came. But you peaced out, you ghosted, you ignored a person that would die for you.

You gave up because of what? Faith, what about hope and love? And I thought the greatest was love?

I’ll survive, sure, but the scar will too. I wish you the best, I love you brother, even though you will never read this.

[misterbt]

Please follow my new collaboration with @ccs_detroit shining a light on men and women who’ve triumphed over awareness Domestic Violence in the LGBT Community :: @toshinethrough :: SHINE  :: PHOTOGRAPHER :: @arden_michael model :: KEVIN “The most important lesson that abuse taught me was to value myself, to put myself first”-- Kevin @CCS_Detroit @BryanSThompson @ToShineThrough #ShineThrough #ShineYourLight #NoOneCanPutYourLightOut #RethinkCredibility #DomesticViolence #LGBTIssues #SameSexAbuse #BeyondViolence #BeyondAbuse https://www.instagram.com/p/CGTBUNLh6Ny/?igshid=1r15ibx5xebr

[mothpile]

teens with neocities sites have better graphic design skills than full grown adults running for mayoral elections

[int908lgbthomelessindividua-blog]

Kicked out for Coming out: An Introduction to the Lived Experience of LGBT Homelessness

According to the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness (2012), “homelessness describes the situation of an individual, family or community without stable, permanent, appropriate housing” (p. 1) and is the outcome of various intersecting factors. In North America, there has been an increasing focus on the issue of homelessness in LGBTTQQIAAP+2S (abbreviated as LGBT) populations, as research shows that there is an over-representation of LGBT youth in the homeless population (Abramovich & Shelton, 2017). 

For these individuals, gender identity and sexual orientation have significant impacts on the lived experience of homelessness. Many LGBT individuals already face a wide range of challenges, barriers, and mistreatments in society due to their unique but stigmatized identities. It is important to recognize that these issues may permeate into the experience of homelessness and significantly disadvantage LGBT individuals from the rest of the population, namely folks identifying as cis-gendered and heterosexual. 

In my blog, I will be exploring and briefly comparing the lived experience of homelessness in LGBT individuals versus that of non-LGBT individuals. However, it is important to note that I am not accounting for other intersecting factors and am solely addressing differences in experience related to sexual and gender identity. 

The overall purpose of the blog is to reveal the unique physical, environmental, and social complexities that LGBT individuals face when living with homelessness, and to gain a better understanding of how these issues may differ from other populations. I want to educate others on how these unique issues may make a life of homelessness harder for LGBT individuals, and how these issues may hinder or prevent their social and economic mobility out of homelessness. 

Thus, I believe that the lived experience of homeless LGBT individuals is different than the lived experience of homeless non-LGBT individuals in many ways. 

These differences pertain to issues related to: 

perceptions of homelessness; 

homophobia and transphobia; 

systemic barriers; 

invisibility; 

victimization; 

and health.

Before scrolling down, consider the following questions: 

What do you think are the differences in lived experience between LGBT homeless individuals and non-LGBT homeless individuals? 

Do you think there is a difference at all? 

What is your experience with homelessness? 

I’d love to hear more about your experiences! Send me a DM and I’ll reply to your comments! 

A nice video to introduce the experiences of LGBT individuals living with homelessness:

References 

Abramovich, A., & Shelton, J. (Ed.). (2017). Where Am I Going to Go? Intersectional Approaches to Ending LGBTQ2S Youth Homelessness in Canada & the U.S. (pp. 115-130). Toronto: Canadian Observatory on Homelessness Press.

Canadian Observatory on Homelessness. (2012.) Canadian definition of homelessness. Toronto: Canadian Observatory on Homelessness Press. Retrieved from: www.homelesshub.ca/homelessdefinition

Canadian Observatory on Homelessness. (2017). Homeless LGBTQ2 youth in Toronto [Infographic]. Retrieved from: http://www.homelesshub.ca/sites/default/files/LGBTQyouthintoronto-Infographic-02.png

Heimer, J. (2016, March 10). [Rainbow person walking] [Digital image]. Retrieved from: https://isthmus.com/downloads/37658/download/Cover-LGBT-Homelessness-crJamesHeimer-03102016.jpg?cb=f738f4b05936eb6b24dea850477189e8

Nguyen, A. (2014, November 2014). [Rainbow bridge] [Digital image]. Retrieved from: https://socialworklicensemap.com/build-awareness-support-for-lgbt-homeless-youth/

Sánchez, C. & Morrison, K. (2011, October 27). Kicked Out: LGBT Youth Experience Homelessness [video file]. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUhqodigPFk 

[hellocupcakeitsme]

Just finished another course. This one was for Building Respect and Dignity for LGBT Older Americans. It was such a fun course and gave me tons of new insight into how to offer peer support and counseling as well as advocacy for seniors in long term care facilities. #accomplished #peersupport #peersupporttraining #lgbtissues https://www.instagram.com/p/B71tG59peBc/?igshid=1f4sdmn2j8k1a

[corroborare]

Stiamo calmi. Per ora se ho capito bene sono solo a Roma (ed è già troppo). Lunedì io ‘sti qua di Generazione Famiglia li chiamo, visto che c'è il numero (almeno della segreteria) sul loro sito del cazzo, e mi faccio spiegare un paio di cosette. Tipo che problemi hanno. Sono gli stessi del Family Day.

Se non lo faccio lunedì, lo farò martedì. Se no mercoledì. Sta di fatto che io da questi qua almeno due risposte le voglio. E mi preparerò così bene sto weekend, non vedo l'ora.

Grazie a @idosmellbooks per la soffiata 🤙🏼

[babysgarage]

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[ebonymaiharley]

Finally addressing Reparations For LGBT and comparing it to ADOS. Breaking down in detail while reparations for LGBT was successfully able get more attention and look more favorable to pass than ADOS reparations. I decided to schedule this video as a Premier which will air at 2PM EST. Feel free watch it than to respond to me in real time. Hope see you there. #divawuan #lgbtrights #lgbtissues #blacklivesmatter #blackissues #ados #reparations #politicalissues https://www.instagram.com/p/B1IOj-MloY3/?igshid=194caw3ueowtr

[i-dream-of-dapper]

My latest article is up over on @qwearfashion .com Hoping to engage in some meaningful dialogue about what changes we can make to be more mindful of intersectionality in our community. Check it out and let me know what you think! . . . #queerfashion #queer #fashion #gendernonconforming #lgbt #lgbt🌈 #lgbtissues #qwearfashion #qwear #dapperwear #intersectionality

[creativebacon]

❤️ B99

They have LGBT+ issue. LGBT+ characters

AND

Talking about race equality

Love it love it love it!