The North Carolina Family Council states regarding the problem of homosexuality and syphilus and other diseases:
The North Carolina Family Council states regarding the problem of homosexuality and syphilus and other diseases:
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{{cquote|Although homosexuality is presented to society as a healthy—and sometimes even superior—alternative to heterosexuality, the truth is that homosexual behavior represents a serious threat to individual and public health. Homosexuality, particularly among males, is associated with dangerous behaviors and increased rates of disease ranging from certain cancers to a long list of STDs, including HIV/AIDS. As recent studies show, many homosexuals continue to engage in high-risk behaviors that ignore the very real consequences to their health and the health of others. The public deserves honest information about the sexual realities of the homosexual lifestyle and the serious health risks that come with it.<ref>http://www.ncfamily.org/FNC/0707S3.html</ref>}}
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{{cquote| In large part, the legitimization of homosexuality has been achieved through efforts that conceal the realities of homosexual sex behind the rhetoric of civil rights, such as the enactment of special rights laws, “safe” school initiatives, and the positive portrayal of gays and lesbians in the media. The message the public consistently hears is that homosexuality is normal, and that homosexual acts are one aspect of the myriad of ways that human beings relate sexually.
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Despite its success at making homosexuality appear socially acceptable, the gay rights movement cannot sever homosexual behavior from the serious health risks associated with it and the related public consequences.
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Although homosexuality is presented to society as a healthy—and sometimes even superior—alternative to heterosexuality, the truth is that homosexual behavior represents a serious threat to individual and public health. Homosexuality, particularly among males, is associated with dangerous behaviors and increased rates of disease ranging from certain cancers to a long list of STDs, including HIV/AIDS. As recent studies show, many homosexuals continue to engage in high-risk behaviors that ignore the very real consequences to their health and the health of others. The public deserves honest information about the sexual realities of the homosexual lifestyle and the serious health risks that come with it.<ref>http://www.ncfamily.org/FNC/0707S3.html</ref>}}