What makes a person be homophobic?
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In all blunt seriousness I'm wondering. I mean for most male secure men its the whole "Well so long as they don't hit on me I aint got a problem with it" Kinda thing but come on! If a man does hit on a guy like that whats he gonna do? Run away scared or get violent and angry towards him. I know other factors like relgion, law, ethics also run into play with this phobia. Even women are homophobic cause of the same reasons.
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Takerial
Lovable Teddy Bear
There are people who are homophobic because they themselves feel homosexual tendencies. And they grow up in a society that is still unsure about what they feel about homosexuality, they tend to feel uncomfortable about admitting to that part of themselves.
So a lot of them will try to avoid admitting to it, and that often leads to hate because of it.
edit: On another note, funny videos are not really accepted to being posted in this section.
So a lot of them will try to avoid admitting to it, and that often leads to hate because of it.
edit: On another note, funny videos are not really accepted to being posted in this section.
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I have to admit that I am a bit homophobic. From a social point of view, I can't say that I have much against males that are attracted to the same sex, but I'm totally against all this promotion that homosexuality is getting, through parades, every excentric gay getting on tv (chris crocker) etc, that gives me the impression that they're actually trying to influence people to be gay. Imo, people should keep their sexual preferances to themselves.
Getting over the social issues, the act itself (between 2 or more males), is one of the most, if not the most disgusting thing I can imagine. Also, all this crossdressing and trying to be as much like a woman as possible is seriously lacking testosteron... I mean, come on! Men are supposed to be MEN. Well, most men, nowadays, aren't as strong willed as they should be, but this... this is just waaay below par.
Getting over the social issues, the act itself (between 2 or more males), is one of the most, if not the most disgusting thing I can imagine. Also, all this crossdressing and trying to be as much like a woman as possible is seriously lacking testosteron... I mean, come on! Men are supposed to be MEN. Well, most men, nowadays, aren't as strong willed as they should be, but this... this is just waaay below par.
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shinji_ikari
Mustn't Run Away...
Cause gays are obviously vile disgusting creatures ,I mean it's clearly written in the bible that you aren't supposed to lay with another dude ,and those penis loving freaks do it anyway...besides they spread aids ,and only think about having gay sex all the time..as shown by how they always show off how fucking faggoty they are by kissing ,and flaunting their indecency in public...hell if I wasn't homophobic one might get the wrong idea ,and try to get all up in my asshole ,and shit.
^^^ that's what I would say IF I where a bigot :D
^^^ that's what I would say IF I where a bigot :D
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shinji_ikari wrote...
Cause gays are obviously vile disgusting creatures ,I mean it's clearly written in the bible that you aren't supposed to lay with another dude ,and those penis loving freaks do it anyway...besides they spread aids ,and only think about having gay sex all the time..as shown by how they always show off how fucking faggoty they are by kissing ,and flaunting their indecency in public...hell if I wasn't homophobic one might get the wrong idea ,and try to get all up in my asshole ,and shit.^^^ that's what I would say IF I where a bigot :D
sorry dude but you're wrong your thinking is from someone stupid yeah they must be weird but is not like they're trying to make it with you and for your "bible sense" comment... in my country its said "amense los unos a los otros" that means "you must love each other" its not like god says "the men must love the women" or "men must love men"or "women must love woment"
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shinji_ikari wrote...
Cause gays are obviously vile disgusting creatures ,I mean it's clearly written in the bible that you aren't supposed to lay with another dude ,and those penis loving freaks do it anyway...besides they spread aids ,and only think about having gay sex all the time..as shown by how they always show off how fucking faggoty they are by kissing ,and flaunting their indecency in public...hell if I wasn't homophobic one might get the wrong idea ,and try to get all up in my asshole ,and shit.^^^ that's what I would say IF I where a bigot :D
HA! Heh that sounds like what someone would say back about 10 years ago, I think we've become more accepting of it now. But ha, tis strange how some lone people still think like this even today. But good thing your not a bigot.
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To tell you the truth I don't like gay men...It's like the result of a man and a woman fusing bodies..with the man body kept and the women brain kept...Of course I like lesbians but gay men are just offensive...I don't know about bibles and stuff like that but Men should have strong friendships at best...no sexual things..Hell ..if gay men were supposed to exist..men would have vaginas too...and that would suck
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Reaper_69 wrote...
To tell you the truth I don't like gay men...It's like the result of a man and a woman fusing bodies..with the man body kept and the women brain kept...Of course I like lesbians but gay men are just offensive...I don't know about bibles and stuff like that but Men should have strong friendships at best...no sexual things..Hell ..if gay men were supposed to exist..men would have vagina's too...and that would suckYou should talk to Tachyon, I'm sure you guys would become fast friends.
PS: Your a idiot. A wrong idiot.
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I dislike the idea of someone being gay. That doesn't mean I dislike all gays, but something that's gross doesn't stop being gross because some people like it...
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True, but that's usually the case for all people anyway. Its in a situation of they dont like gays, but they tolerate. It's always kinda fascinating how much people can dislike or even hate gays, or even how gays were so disliked that they even became there own little genre of insults (I.E Saying something or someone is gay.) Hell even I do but I in know real way hate gay people, even if they do hit on me.
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Well... humans can get used to almost anything. I live in Vancouver, and we got a vibrant gay community here, and as a direct result of the homo-friendly environment, I've met more than one homo person.
I've never been one to discriminate though, so that could just be me, but I will swiftly let my displeasure be known to those that do discriminate. Just because you don't like, agree, or condone what the other person is doing, doesn't mean it's fine for you to act disrespectfully or harmfully to that person.
When you talk about homophobia, there are usually two categories to consider:
1. The ones that dislike homosexuality, and let the whole world, and especially those that fit the description of homo (even if they actually aren't), to know all about it. They'll voice their distain for all things homo, and isn't guilty about telling another person to die or go to hell, because homosexuals are somehow wrong in their own eyes.
2.The ones that feels uncomfortable with homosexuals, but is ok with them and leaves them do their thing, and believe that while they won't join in, it doesn't make the gays any less human, and their feelings any less than their own. That also mean they believe that gays and lesbians should also have equal rights.
People here seems to be used to gays enough to accept them, and there are far more 2's than 1's here. I'm guessing it has something to do with the openness of the gay community here in Metro Vancouver. Without being oppressed, their activities seems normal, and so it becomes more acceptable as time goes on.
I've never been one to discriminate though, so that could just be me, but I will swiftly let my displeasure be known to those that do discriminate. Just because you don't like, agree, or condone what the other person is doing, doesn't mean it's fine for you to act disrespectfully or harmfully to that person.
When you talk about homophobia, there are usually two categories to consider:
1. The ones that dislike homosexuality, and let the whole world, and especially those that fit the description of homo (even if they actually aren't), to know all about it. They'll voice their distain for all things homo, and isn't guilty about telling another person to die or go to hell, because homosexuals are somehow wrong in their own eyes.
2.The ones that feels uncomfortable with homosexuals, but is ok with them and leaves them do their thing, and believe that while they won't join in, it doesn't make the gays any less human, and their feelings any less than their own. That also mean they believe that gays and lesbians should also have equal rights.
People here seems to be used to gays enough to accept them, and there are far more 2's than 1's here. I'm guessing it has something to do with the openness of the gay community here in Metro Vancouver. Without being oppressed, their activities seems normal, and so it becomes more acceptable as time goes on.
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x-gen wrote...
Without being oppressed, their activities seems normal, and so it becomes more acceptable as time goes on.Yeah, but when comes to the essence of the issue I doubt it will ever been seen as truly normal. I can't bring myself to be angry at those that openly attack homosexuality, as its existence seems like an abomination to be. I couldn't care less about any religious reasons why it would be considered wrong, but it conflicts with my personal interest and so I dislike it. Though it does make me feel kind of sick when I smirk at the legal hell they will need to go through for nationwide recognition of gay marriage.
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Irrational, uncontrollable fear of homosexuality.
Now, if you are asking what makes someone bigoted against homosexuals(an unfortunate and inaccurate use of the word "homophobia"), that is a different question.
It could be for a number of reasons. Some people probably do fear homosexuality because of confusion about their own identity. Others might find the idea disgusting and use that as a basis for intolerance. Some just learned it from the environment they grew up in.
You also can't overlook the role of morals. Most major religions in the western world say that homosexual acts are unnatural and immoral. This doesn't necessarily translate to shouting obscenities at homosexuals on the street, but it is certainly a powerful statement.
I think though, it is important to realize that not everyone who is bigoted is some ignorant retarded conservative evangelical Christian from the south. Some bigoted individuals are exceptionally intelligent and very good at pushing their agenda. Attempting to dismiss these people as incompetents and idiots rather than recognizing them as dangerously subversive will simply let them pursue their agenda unchecked.
I think one other thing that gets confused is the role that morals play and what we should expect of people. If one believes homosexual acts are unnatural and immoral, their are entitled to that belief. However, even though they might believe this, they are still required to treat homosexuals with dignity and fairness. We are always going to have points of moral disagreement within society. Just as there are people who believe homosexual acts are immoral, there are people who believe organized religion is immoral. Society can continue to function as long as people can treat others who hold and live by different beliefs with human dignity and fairness.
Now, if you are asking what makes someone bigoted against homosexuals(an unfortunate and inaccurate use of the word "homophobia"), that is a different question.
It could be for a number of reasons. Some people probably do fear homosexuality because of confusion about their own identity. Others might find the idea disgusting and use that as a basis for intolerance. Some just learned it from the environment they grew up in.
You also can't overlook the role of morals. Most major religions in the western world say that homosexual acts are unnatural and immoral. This doesn't necessarily translate to shouting obscenities at homosexuals on the street, but it is certainly a powerful statement.
I think though, it is important to realize that not everyone who is bigoted is some ignorant retarded conservative evangelical Christian from the south. Some bigoted individuals are exceptionally intelligent and very good at pushing their agenda. Attempting to dismiss these people as incompetents and idiots rather than recognizing them as dangerously subversive will simply let them pursue their agenda unchecked.
I think one other thing that gets confused is the role that morals play and what we should expect of people. If one believes homosexual acts are unnatural and immoral, their are entitled to that belief. However, even though they might believe this, they are still required to treat homosexuals with dignity and fairness. We are always going to have points of moral disagreement within society. Just as there are people who believe homosexual acts are immoral, there are people who believe organized religion is immoral. Society can continue to function as long as people can treat others who hold and live by different beliefs with human dignity and fairness.
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animefreak_usa
Child of Samael
luinthoron wrote...
Lack of information. People fear/hate what they don't understand.this and secretly wanting to be gay, but afraid to come out, so you gay bash to hide the fact of wanting gay sex.
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animefreak_usa wrote...
luinthoron wrote...
Lack of information. People fear/hate what they don't understand.this and secretly wanting to be gay, but afraid to come out, so you gay bash to hide the fact of wanting gay sex.
Unfortunately, many homophobic people are well informed and really have no hidden desire to have gay sex... although those are possible causes they are far from the normal reasons a person may become homophobic, in fact they are entirely unreliable explanations in that they are undoubtedly partisan opinions meant to forward pro-gay rights since they have no solid foundation or a means to be completely discredited... intolerance is not caused by fear of the unknown, but the fear of changing the world's values and thus forever changing the direction of a person's life towards an uncomfortable future.
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Reaper_69 wrote...
To tell you the truth I don't like gay men...It's like the result of a man and a woman fusing bodies..with the man body kept and the women brain kept...Of course I like lesbians but gay men are just offensive...I don't know about bibles and stuff like that but Men should have strong friendships at best...no sexual things..Hell ..if gay men were supposed to exist..men would have vaginas too...and that would suckUnfortunately, I got to use my first rep on you. (I can see why you've already got -2...)
Honestly, that has got to be one of the most ignorant statements I've heard in quite some time. You aren't providing any justification for your contempt of homosexual men. And this "Of course I like lesbians but gay men are just offensive" just pisses me off. What kind of environment were you raised in to have such twisted views??? Not only are you being homophobic, but your also being a chauvinistic sexist! The truth is that people like you are the reason the world has been so fucked up for so long. I'm sorry, but I cant quite express how shocked I am at that whole post... Just, wow.
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I think the majority of heterosexual males who don't care about what homosexuals do in the privacy of their own homes would probably get a bit queasy at viewing homosexual intercourse...at least if it's male on male. This seems to be something evolutionary programmed into us.
There's a book on sexuality called The Red Queen and in the book an interesting experiment was mentioned. A group of straight males and females were shown a series of sexual scenes and it was found that neither the men nor women were aroused by viewing male on male sex. However, both the men AND women were aroused by the sight of two women getting it on.
As for the whole religion causing it thing...well there must be a reason why there were decrees against it in the first place. I think it goes back to the evolutionary programming I spoke about before. Oh, and it's not just the Abrahamic religions that have decrees against homosexuality. In Thailand, Buddhist monks and other religious authorities have spoken out against the practice. People talk about how uptight US is but there has been a big push in support for homosexual marriage in the last few years while in China and Japan; homosexual marriage simply does not exist. And as we all know, both countries are pretty secular so we can't blame it on religious influence here.
There's a book on sexuality called The Red Queen and in the book an interesting experiment was mentioned. A group of straight males and females were shown a series of sexual scenes and it was found that neither the men nor women were aroused by viewing male on male sex. However, both the men AND women were aroused by the sight of two women getting it on.
As for the whole religion causing it thing...well there must be a reason why there were decrees against it in the first place. I think it goes back to the evolutionary programming I spoke about before. Oh, and it's not just the Abrahamic religions that have decrees against homosexuality. In Thailand, Buddhist monks and other religious authorities have spoken out against the practice. People talk about how uptight US is but there has been a big push in support for homosexual marriage in the last few years while in China and Japan; homosexual marriage simply does not exist. And as we all know, both countries are pretty secular so we can't blame it on religious influence here.
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SlinShady wrote...
I think the majority of heterosexual males who don't care about what homosexuals do in the privacy of their own homes would probably get a bit queasy at viewing homosexual intercourse...at least if it's male on male. This seems to be something evolutionary programmed into us. Yeah that's the core, gay sex is disgusting. And as I'm sure everyone is aware of there's lot of people who judge people by simple criteria as hobbies, face, clothes, hair etc and starts bashing those people when they think said criteria is bad. So there's nothing particularly odd about being bashed because you're gay. It's wrong of course but it's not really odd at all.