im hated by gay people even though im gay
The story
i've always been raised with pretty conservative views, I'd say I'm Republican and stuff, and I live in the South. Except the problem is, I'm also gay. Now I would have no problem with me being gay, except that it really conflicts with my political views.. and honestly I still don't mind that, but other people sure do. I always get attacked for liking Trump and stuff, online or in person, anywhere. Worst part is that it's by other queer people. Straight people accept me, but then the lgbt people, the people that are supposed to support me are the ones who hate me?? I don't even try to be loud about my views, I mention a little thing when it comes up, but I hate politic talk. So i don't know why they do it. It really hurts. Makes me feel like I'm not a real gay person sometimes. I don't even like to associate with the community anymore because of it. I can't find a single queer person who can look past politics. I just wanna connect with other gay people, but I can't really. It really sucks. I don't really wanna be gay anymore, i dunno. I feel like I don't really belong with the community. I used to have a few friends who were lgbt, but then I got to know them better, they found out I'm a republican, and they just argued with me to tell me how wrong and hypocritical I am. I see where they came from but it hurts still.
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hey!
I totally get what you're going through. it's like people sometimes can't see beyond their own lenses, right? you're just trying to express your sociopolitical identity, but it feels like you're being pigeonholed; it's honestly disheartening when the community that's supposed to be inclusive becomes exclusionary. I've seen it happen too, and it's like walking on eggshells. balancing personal beliefs with collective expectations can be such a minefield.
I once had to distance myself from a group that couldn't accept differing viewpoints, and it wasn't easy. just stay true to yourself, man, even when it feels like you're on the fringes 😔.
hey buddy, i gotta say i'm kinda scratching my head at your take 😕 it seems like you're just focusing on the negatives and not seeing how your beliefs might clash with the community's core values!!! like yeah it's tough, but people are reacting to the bigger picture too and not just judging you for kicks; i think you might need to look at why folks are reacting the way they do. i remember when i had a similar issue and realized it was more about bridging understanding than just pushing my views!!!! seriously, if you're rubbing people the wrong way maybe try seeing it from their perspective??? i mean, it's not always about everyone else being wrong. just a thought 🤷♂️.