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In reply to the discussion: "Gays can't be trusted with children" [View all]tech3149
(4,452 posts)It is beyond idiotic and revealing of the world view and experience of the originator. I've heard it said in various forms by many authoritarian/ RW types over the years.
It shows their ignorance and bias about what it means to be gay. How many times have you heard someone equate being gay with being a pedophile or child molester? It's an equivalence that has no bearing in reality. Being gay has almost nothing to do with sex.
I know more than a few "straight people" who are not competent or supportive parents and even more "gay" parents that break their backs to provide the most supportive and nurturing environment for children.
How damaging is that statement? I guess it depends on how seriously you consider the idea and the source. I will admit that the effect is much worse than I would hope for but the upside is that those of us old farts like me won't be around much longer.