Am I a bigot when I say I believe that . . .?
928832
I always think it is a sign of non-bigotry among those seeking the opinions of others to show due respect to someone who plainly does not agree with them. You have a tendency here to ask combative questions and then to award best answer to someone who merely reinforces the beliefs you had when you started out. You ask a question here - are you big enough to award BA to someone who challenges your position but does so in the most honest and useful way? I don't mean this one - because I express no opinion about whether or not you are a bigot. But will you reinforce a bigoted perception of yourself by accepting only what you already think? That is for you to decide.
45696
If this is what makes YOU happy and feel best about yourself, don't worry about what others might think. I've known many cross-dressers, both Gay and Straight and never judge. Follow your heart and do what is best for YOU and to heck with what anyone else might say or think.
1038179
that is a very racist thing to say\n\nI hope no one agrees with you...\n\nyou need to educate yourself before you start asking questions like this
382984
I am gonna take a wild guess and say that you just made your self sound like a whining racist person.  \nBeing a hypocrite is not something that comes across lightly to others, so be careful with what you ask and say. You yourself could be a hypocrite without realising.
366061
I changed my mind. The answer is yes, just because once you've been tagged like that, you're going to have to do something incredibly generous to shrug the tag off. We call people for what they are: if they can't come up with a convincing argument why we are still denied our civil rights that doesn't involve lying about the nature of God, then they're haters.
1165462
I know exactly how you feel!  I get the same thing when I say I am an Atheist!!!  People are surprised when I tell them because I guess most of them assume that I am a Christian.\n\nI have already gone down the religion road and the older I get, I realize organized religion is suited for those who don't think for themselves!\n\nIt is prejudism!  But it happens to other religions also, like to the Islams and Buddhist and so on and so on!\n\nThis country was supposedly built for religious freedom, but people seem to think that they have a right to "Change your mind".\n\nI'm happy the way I am!!  Believe it or not, but I have a peaceful life with a loving husband and kids!!!!!  I try to teach my kids that it is OK not to believe in a supernatural being!!!  I am not hurting anyone by my beliefs!  So, please except my friendship or leave me a lone!\n\nGreat Question and I hope you get good responses!
291593
Well, all I can say , is what does your heart tell you. It sounds like you are confused. You have to think about everything, rationalize a little bit, think about the pros and cons and why it may be right or why it may be wrong, then YOU Decide. \n\nI have my opinions about that. I don't agree with it, but that is me. I would never turn away from someone who is gay, it's not my business and it is certainly not my place to judge someone. \n\nIt's your choice , do you feel like it's wrong? remember everyone has their opinion. ;)
831265
I do not feel any prejudice towards people of any race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, religion, or spirituality. I believe so strongly that all humans should be treated fairly and equally. I have given up friendships and relationships because of this belief.\n\nThere are so few things I feel are worth standing up and fighting for - against anyone at any time...this is one of those things.\n\nI hope your question isn't asked because you are struggling to understand why someone is discriminating towards you, but I fear it is. My sincerest wish is that you find the answers you are looking for and are able to know that no matter what prejudicial thing anyone says or does to you - NO MATTER WHAT, it's never about you. Hate and ignorance are ALWAYS about the person speaking or acting. Know that, try to educate them if the opportunity is there and be confident and calm in the knowledge that it is NOT ABOUT YOU.
1026490
so if you sa yyou are mentaly fit i put it to you that you are a bigot where gays are concerned\nand that is a mental condition get to a doctor
83130
What?  I think you may be generalizing and stereotyping.  I would recommend you don’t do that it makes people think you are ignorant.
226085
i feel that its ok for all of the above as long as you dont ram your beliefs in my face. be who you want to be , believe what you may. But allow me to make my own choices. others may have insecuritys due to not understanding. learn and grow.
940746
I would think that it would be illegal to do that to you.  It is a form of discrimination.  I would definately contact an attorney, and at least see what they have to say.  Then if you have many crossdressing friends, I would have a huge gathering at that very resturant, and order the cheapest thing on the menu and drink only water.  I know that, this doesn't exactly advance our cause of being accepted in society, but it sure would be fun.  Unfortunattely there are bigots out there, and we have to deal with them cause we are different, but that doesn't make us any less human.  I wish you luck in whatever you decide, you have more courage than many of us.
480638
Let's see if I have this correct, a Christian student is suing her school for the right to harass gays?  And, there are people here hiding behind their Bible and defending this?  Just when I think humanity can't possibly surprise me, I come here and read ignorant and hateful comments and find out I haven't heard it all yet.\n\nLet me ask everyone this question.  If my religion said that I should be as intolerant and hateful to Christians as humanly possible, would you be supporting me if I sued my school? I highly doubt it.  \n\nI believe in expressing an opinion, what I don't believe in is being harassing and intolerant as part of voicing that opinion.  If you don't like gay people, fine, nobody is forcing you to.  Oh, those terrible gays, they want to be treated like human beings.  That's just horrible.  So, to make up for it, some people want the right to insult and berate them while using their Bibles as as shield.  Nope, sorry, bigotry is bigotry no matter whether you're hiding behind a book or not.
800611
Gee your friend is lucky, already they know what to expect when (or if, with an attitude like that) they get to heaven.\nYou know (I find) most bigoted people start their conversations with "I'm not a racist but....."
233825
I don't know what this is all about, but believe what you want. It's your right! As long as you don't push your beliefs on someone else then by all means think as you wish. It's really not anyone else's business!
1112072
This question reeks of bigotry.
465399
I am brutally honest and I don't believe in sugar coating something to make myself look better so I imagine I am as far from Politically correct as they come...\n\nTo correct myself according to what society wishes I were...would be to compromise my own dignity and morals.