Word: speakes
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...something else. I think I should follow my gut feelings. However, I still have to learn not to be too frank, not to give the truthful answer right away. I have these men around me who are just so overprotective. They say, "Should we let her speak...
...lesbian students. The degree to which they identify themselves publically varies from considerable openness to invisibility. They do not come to Hillel because they are gay; they come because they are Jewish. At the same time, at least some of those with whom I have had occasion to speak about the subject feel the importance of bringing their whole selves through the door with them. It is hard to feel spiritually comfortable unless you feel genuinely accepted, by God and by your community. The closet is not an easy place in which to worship...
Understanding means helping persons clarify their view of themselves and what is truly important in life. To achieve such understanding I don't find it accurate or worthwhile to speak or refer to someone as "a homosexual" as if this were the core of their identity. I'm not talking about denying their orientation but of enabling them to accept and deal positively with their sexuality (which is more than feelings and attractions) in the context of their whole identity as persons. This is not easy in a society and a university subculture which often equates emotions and attractions with...
...person change his or her sexual orientation? To persons I know--both "gay" and "straight"--these are not the critical questions. They want to know what real, lasting, and fulfilling relationships are about. Are they possible? And, for the person of faith, where and how does God speak to their life situation...
...first principle of the community states "We shall treat all persons respectfully; avoiding any abusive language or behavior." If this is actually supposed to be followed, the Open University has failed terribly. I cannot speak for others, but I personally have been called a "stupid asshole," a "dumbshit," and a "pussy" for articulating my comparatively moderate views. I assure you that I am indeed able to engage in debate with intelligence, and I also assure you that I bear no resemblance to a feline of any sort...