Word: homophobia
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...attempt to create a showdown over homosexual rights. I am disheartened that some people seem determined to turn this issue into a conflict between supporters of ROTC and supporters of the gay and lesbian community. The coverage of this issue so far seems to equate ROTC with homophobia. Please do not confuse the policies of the United States government and the senior military leadership with the personal convictions of those who participate in ROTC...
...protesters said they opposed the reinstatement of ROTC, not only because of the military's homophobia, but also because the military discriminates against women and minorities and discourages "openness and critical inquiry," according to a position paper written by Weissman and distributed at last night's meeting...
However, disagreement over whether to oppose ROTC solely on the grounds of homophobia or to take a stand on broader issues relating to the military prompted the activists to vote down by a two-to-one margin a proposal to demonstrate today. But they agreed to hold an open meeting tonight to consider further action, such as a sit-in in the council's office...
...approach this with the attitude of fighting the military establishment, people will shut their minds right there," said Julie K. Schulman '91. "I think we should concentrate on [ROTC's] weakest point, and their weakest point is homophobia...
...others at the meeting said that it would be wrong for protesters to ignore issues such as the military's role in Third World countries. Some participants also argued that the group should focus on what they saw as the "hypocrisy" of council members who said they opposed homophobia but supported last night's resolution...