The Dangers of a ‘Straight Pride’

Recently, as with every Pride Month, the question of “why isn’t there a straight pride” or “why can’t there be a straight pride” comes up, often used as a simple jab against the LGBTQ+ community and mocking their supposed support for ‘equality’.

That statement and notion is complete bullshit. Let me explain why.

People who like to ask the question mentioned above generally come from the idea that equality means that everyone should be able to celebrate love, regardless of sexual orientation.

See where I’m headed with this?

They co-opt the statements generally used by the LGBTQ+ and use them against the community. I’m here to explain why this notion and philosophy is utter garbage. Using the same form of rhetoric, I want to ask all who are in support of a ‘straight pride’ a few questions.

1. Have you ever been harassed or bullied because of your attraction to the opposite gender?
2. Have you ever been denied an employment opportunity based on your identification of your own gender or your attraction to the opposite gender?
3. Have you been stigmatized and avoided or cut out by friends, co-workers, and family because of being straight?
4. Have you suffered immense amounts of anxiety, depression, or a related condition as a result of being unable to figure yourself out in regards to your sexual orientation or gender?