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| − | The term "[[homophobia]]" is a derogatory term that is sometimes used to describe an aversion to homosexuality. The suffix "phobia" suggests an irrational fear. It is used by [[gay rights]] groups to | + | The term "[[homophobia]]" is a derogatory term that is sometimes used to describe an aversion to homosexuality. The suffix "phobia" suggests an irrational fear, but that is not how the term is used. It is used by [[gay rights]] groups to pretend that all opposition to [[homosexuality]] is irrational and hateful.<ref>Eg, this site [http://www.religioustolerance.org/hom_phob.htm] first defines homophobia as a dread or fear, but says that it includes those who write their Congressmen to oppose same-sex marriage.</ref> |
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Revision as of 18:20, April 27, 2007
The term "homophobia" is a derogatory term that is sometimes used to describe an aversion to homosexuality. The suffix "phobia" suggests an irrational fear, but that is not how the term is used. It is used by gay rights groups to pretend that all opposition to homosexuality is irrational and hateful.[1]