Frankly I can't fathom the recent resurgence of homophobia except from these RW politicians pandering to the most radical evangelicals. It seemed most major religious organizations were finally softening their stance on this until not long ago.
Pride parades most everywhere grew in size, had several denominations of churches with booths, outreach services etc.
LOL, I've always been spiritual, but wary of organized religions along with my whole family. Somr religions can't seem as redemptive without choosing groups to demonize.
I honestly thought exposure of the Westboro's idiocy did us some favors, a bit too late for myself however. Their crazies came after me personally, thanks to relatives of theirs in a relatively short term hometown. They encouraged murder of "fags" and provided legal counsel for the accused in those days. Not one shred of innocence among Fred nor his flock.
Dammit this shit disturbs me. I considered suicide precisely because of lack of knowledge, not nearly as common now thanks to popular entertainment including us now instead of the butt of tasteless jibes.
Fuck all this "return to duh good ol' days" crap: that were never good for anyone but the WASPH's.
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