Word: homophobia
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...reading the op-ed by Ryan R. Thoreson ’07 (“Speaking Out Against Homophobia,” April 23) on the homosexual speak-out, I fully agreed with his claim that it is important to “share our reactions” and have a substantive, meaningful dialogue on the subject. Unfortunately, it seems that the Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Transgender and Supporters Alliance (BGLTSA) and other similar organizations’ commitment to such discussion stops when faced with a real, substantive objection. It is true that throughout history many taboos...
...campus as arguably liberal as Harvard’s, it’s easy to dismiss claims of homophobia or heterosexism as outmoded or inane. After all, a quick glance at the Gaypril calendar shows bisexual/gay/lesbian/transgender (BGLT) lawyers lecturing on marriage rights, training by AIDS activists, a massive dance, the Day of Silence, a sex toy party and a film screening on transgender bathroom access—hardly the furtive plottings of an oppressed minority. But homophobia is still a massive problem on both sides of Johnston Gate, and this is precisely why yesterday’s anti-homophobia speak...
...that are largely straight, girls tell me I smell good and I survive. It’s easy to regard queer events as part of a positive and necessary movement without actually attending or supporting them, but it’s not nearly enough to combat the sometimes blatant homophobia on campus...
...Homophobia exists, and it’s necessary that we all recognize it as a serious and deadly problem. It’s easy to insulate ourselves in a sexuality-savvy world, but just thinking back to high school conjures up a veritable hell for gay and lesbian teenagers, where they risk abuse, homelessness, eating disorders, depression and suicide. We may be in a supportive environment now, but there’s work to be done in housing, employment, education and healthcare in the larger world...
...speak-out is about sharing narratives of homophobia and hate that simply shouldn’t be forgotten. By comparing our experiences, we’re better able to formulate real strategies against homophobia and ultimately recognize it as a pervasive problem that still requires attention at Harvard and beyond. So share your reactions to the speak-out, listen to the stories of your friends and classmates and carry them with you as you live out your life. Subtle forms of homophobia are easy to miss, but devastate the people they affect the most. Whether you sat on the Science...