RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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Okay this thread is needed. I know that there are anti-LGBTQ+ bigots out there whom will say and do outrageous things. However, there are some "allies" that are perpetuating the stereotypes when calling these people out.
04:03 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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First off, the LGBTQ+ community is made up of a lot of genders, races, nationalities, religions, etc. It pretty much is a fact of life. Those bigots also have a hatred for one, more, all of these groups, and believe they're supreme.
04:05 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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When people whom are "allies" want to call these people out, they resort to the same slurs and slander when dealing with these bigots, either they're aware or not, that they're bringing more harm to the LGBTQ+ community.
04:06 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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For example Lindsey Graham (R-SC) has made fun of because of his sexuality. However, his anti-LGBTQ+ stance should have been called out naturally, and not with slams like "Ms. Lindsey" which is a slam not only against women, but the Trans community.
04:07 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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Also another trope is saying that said anti-LGBTQ+ bigot is closeted themselves. This is very much dangerous. I am aware that self-hating people exist, but they too gotta be called out based on their behavior, and not something they cannot change, and have zero control over.
04:08 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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If you wish to be an true ally, it's the same with BBIMP, the Jews, the Latino/Latinx, and other communities. Shut up and listen! If you have legit questions ask. If you're not sure of something ask! If you know you did wrong own up to it!
04:09 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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The best thing you can do if you are guilty of even passing memes of the Rainbow Dress (I will not echo, or quote spout because I am not going to allow it to live) is to own up to it, apologize, and learn from it...and to not do it again.
04:10 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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If you wish to be an ally, spread the word, donate, or volunteer for the Trevor Project and other LGBTQ+ charities/organizations.
04:14 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his)
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Remember if you need to call somebody out, it's okay to call them out on their actions, and use their words against them. However, it's not okay to perpetuate hurtful stereotypes to make your point.
04:15 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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Democracy Music
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In response to RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his).
I saw that meme. I obviously misunderstood - I took it as a message of “You think you’re so tough Aldean, try being an LGBTQ person in America today.” That requires real toughness. I sincerely apologize for my ignorant misreading and offending ANYONE - that was certainly not my intent.
08:40 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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Peggy Stuart #FirstWave
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In response to RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his).
Well said! We all need a reminder. Members of vilified groups can vilify members of other groups. We can call them out without using their identity as an insult. I try not to do this, and I hope I don't. #ReactionFormation is a defense mechanism, and we should have empathy, not insult them.
04:19 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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In response to RobPalmerIRL (he/him/his).
Thank you for this thread. I like to believe that I am an ally but I also know I must never stop learning.
04:16 PM - Jul 21, 2023
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