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Old 11-20-2008, 05:07 PM
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Thank you for welcoming me, Gennee. I'm happy to be a part too!

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Old 11-20-2008, 06:45 PM
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I think that you and tdogg are right. How do you think LGBT people can help straight allies in their efforts to change their communities? My friend is working at outreach within a largely homophobic community, with people who are not prepared to dialogue outside of their limited circles. What are LGBT people to do in the meantime?
We need to speak with those who leave some room in their hearts and minds to listen. We need to reach out to those who we see have a chance to change. Those are the people who can tip the scales toward equality.
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