I disagree, at least in terms of the meaning of the statement as it stands, by itself. It oversimplifies a highly complex subject. It is far too generalized to contain any degree of significant, applicable meaning for the straight community, and it invites the lgbt community to place an unhealthy, inordinate amount of importance on their sexuality. On both an individual and societal scale, it is a deceptive notion that is actually counter productive to the progression of sexual freedom.
It requires management, fine tuning, and readjustment. And, by the way, have you ever heard a straight person claim that their sexual. Honestly, I almost feel demeaned when someone suggests that my sexual identity defines me. As if that which sexually arouses me somehow defines the whole of my personality. Even in the land of the free, sexual freedom is still a starving child.
But in this modern age in which science is king, to say that science can adequately define sexuality is to squash individuality like a dirty cockroach. To transpose this procedure and say that sexual identity, based upon a supposedly empirical understanding, somehow defines us, is an absurd insinuation.
So, go ahead, put me into a box and define my sexual identity, or explain to me how it defines me. I hope you have pounds of coffee, undying patience, infinite wisdom, and a computer with an immeasurable memory.
Since its inception, Blind LGBT Pride International, or Blind Friends of lesbians and Gays, as this organization was originally named, has been at the forefront in setting an example for inclusion and equality! Like any group, the growth of this affiliate is marked by fantastic successes as well as growing pains. The main focus of BPI has never shifted, however. We strive to support and embrace every aspect of what it means to be individuals who happen to be blind or vision impaired as well as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender.
