August

   Reflection

   The topic of the LGBT community is something that seems to be a very touchy topic in society. The way that I look at it is people should be able to be with whomever they choose. The main issue with people today is their morals and ability to refrain themselves from saying things that they probably shouldn't. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. However, people don't have the right to just go out and make people feel badly about themselves intentionally. People need to learn that the times are changing. Homosexuality is something that has been around a long time and only now is it starting to be more socially acceptable. Even though it's becoming more acceptable, there are many people who still don't accept it. On the other hand, people can think and believe whatever they like. It's alright to be a homosexual just the same as it is alright to not totally accept that people are homosexual. What is not alright is people going out their way to embarrass people who are just trying to be themselves publicly and making them feel badly about themselves. A large majority of the problem seems to be related with bullying in schools. Rather than teaching kids a class on LGBT history it may be more beneficial to have a class on morality. Unfortunately it will be a long time and a tremendous challenge to create an environment where everyone will feel safe. An environment where people can act as they please without being judged or bullied for it. I'm not saying that everyone should absolutely have to agree with one another but people should have more consideration for what they say and how others feel.