being part of the lgbtqia+ community
The story
I'm 16 years old ftm and gay.
I've accepted myself ever since i've figured out i was trans, i've always been an ally of the lgbtqia+ community and i always will be.
The thing i struggle with is hearing all the negative comments about the trans community and about the lgbtqia+ community in general. Because no matter where you are there will always be someone who doesn't accept it. I understand people have different views of things, but why do we normalise hatred so much? love is love and trans men are men. And the same goes for trans women they ARE women.
It fills me with rage that people can't let other people be who they are. You don't choose to be trans or gay, it's not a choice and it isin't just something that can be 'fixed'. Hearing people say things like "being gay is just wrong" or "being trans is bullshit" really hurts. I don't judge people for being straight, because love is love right?Why should we bring someone down just because they don't fit the standard?
I personally don't watch the last of us but why would you cast someone who is cis to play the role of someone who is trans? it WILL hurt the trans community, because to someone people it will be seen as "trans men ARE women" when they are NOT. They had the opportunity to cast a trans ftm teen, and to some people it isin't that serious. But it IS that serious. We deserve good representation and i wish that other people could see that we are human too.
We aren't freaks, no it's not just a phase we are going through, just because we don't fit the so called 'norm' doesn't mean we don't deserve to be treated the same way.
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Points of view
While your passion for representation is understandable, let's not get too idealistic about the entertainment industry. They often prioritize profits over authenticity, which unfortunately means marginalized groups like the trans community might not always get fair representation. It's naive to think that just casting someone who shares an identity with a character will solve deeply entrenched social issues instantly. Not every individual from a minority group has the chance or skill set to secure prominent roles in media just yet—it's a process we are still developing. Your energy and advocacy are commendable, but don't underestimate the complexity of systemic change; it’s more about changing minds than casting roles.
mate, i get your frustration with the lack of authentic representation, and that sucks majorly. though we gotta remember that changing societal attitudes takes time and patience; every small step counts. it's like what bell hooks said: "Love as a practice of freedom"—focus on spreading love and understanding in your own circles first. sometimes things move slower than we'd like, but keep pushing for change; you'll be surprised at the difference you can make by just being who you are unapologetically🏳️🌈