Week 3 Sanda University

Quick note This is an extremely short and concise history of LGBTs in America LGBT= Lesbians, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender The history is presented here to put in context the role media has played I am no expert in this field If you are interested in this topic please see me and I will give you some more and in depth information or you can use the internet

Discussion Questions When you think of someone who is gay/lesbian which picture do you think of? Why? What is the common view of homosexuality in China? Has the view of homosexuality in China changed over time?

Overview: Natural vs. Nature In the 1950s, homosexuality was seen as a mental illness People who were gay could be fired from their jobs and were looked down upon Thus, many people were afraid and hid the fact that they were gay In the 80s and early 90s the Gay community was blamed for A.I.D.s and the H.I.V. disease Despite large progress for the LGBT community, discrimination still exists

A very very very brief look at Gay and Lesbian History Illinois becomes the first state in the U.S. to decriminalize homosexual acts between consenting adults in private The American Psychiatric Association removes homosexuality from its official list of mental disorders About 75,000 people participated in the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in Washington, D.C., in October The “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” policy is instituted for the U.S. military, permitting gays to serve in the military but banning homosexual activity.

A very very very brief look at Gay and Lesbian History Vermont becomes the first state in the country to legally recognize civil unions between gay or lesbian couples Same-sex marriages become legal in Massachusetts The Iowa Supreme Court unanimously rejects the state law banning same-sex marriage. Twenty-one days later, county recorders are required to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

A very very very brief look at Gay and Lesbian History President Obama officially repeals the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" military policy President Barack Obama endorses same-sex marriage. "It is important for me to go ahead and affirm that I think same-sex couples should be able to get married," he said Jason Collins of the NBA's Washington Wizards announces in an essay in Sports Illustrated that he is gay. “I'm a 34-year-old NBA center. I'm black. And I'm gay.” )

Jason Collins Vocabulary Video All corners (of something) Feel comfortable in your own skin Read the tea leaves Be crucified (Something) define me A vet (veteran)

Jason Collins Video How did most people feel about Jason Collin’s announcement? A. happy/proud B. indifference C. angry D. confused Why did Jason Collins wear the #98? A. his favorite number B. as a tribute C. Only number left D. it was his College number Why might some people not be anger at Collin’s announcement? A. culture B. their love of basketball C. their upbringing D. Religion

Robbie Rogers Video Vocabulary Radical Living in the shadows Living a lie Coming out of the closet

Robbie Rogers Video Why is being gay in sports difficult? A. suppose to be tough B. You get less money C. too many gay athletes already D. It’s illegal When did Robbie Rogers knew he was gay? A. 10 years old B. 12 years old C. 14 years old D. 25 years old How did he first tell his family? A. in person B. through the internet C. on the phone D. through this interview Why do you think Robbie Rogers retired from soccer after announcing he was gay?

Changing views Since the late 80s, acceptance of LGBTs has increased dramatically Why? Youth culture Young people are usually more liberal and less conservative as their parents’ generation Media Increase of LGBT perspective in TV, Movie, and Songs

Media and Gay Rights Movies Philadelphia, Milk, The Birdcage, Brokeback Mountain TV shows Will and Grace, Modern Family, Glee, Queer Eye for the Straight Guy Songs Lady Gaga- “Born this way” Macklemore- “Same Love” Sara Bareilles- “Brave”

References gay-lesbian-relations-morally.aspx gay-lesbian-relations-morally.aspx Reference ( The American Gay Rights Movement: A Timeline | Infoplease.com html#ixzz2vBEDThe American Gay Rights Movement: A Timeline | Infoplease.comhttp:// html#ixzz2vBED