What Is 'lgbt' Politics?

[bicurioussexaddict]

Just to point out, I'm a bi-curious guy. I've partaken in some bisexual activity (oral, waking, and have used other blokes cum as lube), but I've never - yet! - fucked or been fucked by another guy. But it's something I think I'd like to do.

 

As my "bisexual" identity has developed, I've been interested in how others react to me.

 

Here I am, feeling rather separate ... the "straight and bisexual" forum area is dominated by straight people. This main section is, understandably, populated by homosexual gay men. It seems very few bisexuals use the site.

 

And I'm wondering how these various "groups" or "communities" interact. Here's a forum area dedicated to "LGBT" politics ... that's gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender.

 

Is this a homogeneous community? Does it possess a single, unifying 'politics'? Surely the only thing in common is being non-heterosexual? 

 

Just wondering if anyone thinks LGBT is a useful or valid political term? Is it one people identify with?

[Ranger Rick]

There is a belief that gay people are supposed all be loyal to the most left-wing political party, and for any gay person to dissent from a social-democratic agenda or otherwise think independently is a form of treason.

[bicurioussexaddict]

Yeah, I do think that that's a common belief. To be "gay" (or bi, etc.) is to be different - and, following this, it follows that gay people adopt a different - radical - political viewpoint. Total nonsense, I suspect.

 

A person's sexual orientation doesn't define their political beliefs. I understand that how a person who's sexual orientation is perceived as Other (different from the norm) is treated, and reacted to, in ways that are different ... and this may influence and shape that persons attitudes. But I don't think that, by itself, this will determine a persons political outlook. Other factors are involved.

[Bttm2go]

I'm generally not a one issue person and I consider myself more center-left, however, I will never support anyone who is anti gay. I will not compromise. If you cannot handle me being gay, then you will never get my vote.

[kenaibull]

There is a belief that gay people are supposed all be loyal to the most left-wing political party, and for any gay person to dissent from a social-democratic agenda or otherwise think independently is a form of treason.

Couldnt agree more. Of course I just like having sex with guys. No relationship, etc. Only into gay sex, not so much men. Hell guess I am not even bi.

But I see your point. I am a staunch Capitalist. Hate socialism with every fiber in my body. Tell that to Gay men and most have a conniption fit from hell. Automatically think that means I love Goerge BUSH. WTF? BUSH is a Capitalist like Obama is a NRA diehard. The Gay community feels if you are pro free-market you are a KKK knuckle dragging Neanderthal. For a community that champions acceptance, it is so hypocritical when it comes to politics.