That's Odd

Homosexuality. Let's face it - Lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transsexuals, intersexuals, and queers are part of our society whether we like it, want it, or otherwise. They may be our family, relatives, friends, classmates, neighbours, colleagues, ... my point is, they're not that far away.

I believe that being queer (I use this word not for mockery, but because it is a term that encompasses many different alternative sexualities and gender identities) is NOT a choice. If you think it is, try sitting down with a queer and have a heart-to-heart talk with them.

Honestly, who would CHOOSE to be rejected by society, be discriminated against, have multiple religious groups going against them, have risks of being physically and mentally harmed, have less rights, lose family support and friends, be a target of insensitive jokes, be talked about as things among the law, have an increased chance of being led towards suicide, to lose one's chance at a rightful marriage, and to hide from everyone else?

Sexual preference is not a choice. It's exactly what it states: a preference. You either find Wentworth Miller, Julian McMahon, and James McAvoy sexually attractive or not. You either find Sophia Bush, Keira Knightley, and Elisha Cuthbert sexually attractive or not. You don't choose to find Wentworth Miller sexually attractive. You don't choose to find Sophia Bush sexually attractive. It is not a matter of choice. Your sexual preference are a given, and a reality you come to terms with.