It really sickens me that in the 21st century there is still so much prejudice, labels and judgement that people consider being gay a crime against nature. Lately gay bullying has reached such an extreme that there has been an upsurge of gay harrasment related teen suicides. The fact that they feel that there was no other alternative and have tragically taken their own lives highlights what an issue gay bullying really is. To me someone who is openly gay shows great courage and strength of character. Many celebrities, including Chris Colfer, Ellen Degenerous and Anne Hathaway have joined the anti-gay bullying campaign 'It Gets Better', designed to offer support, hope and guidance to the LGBTQ community. Their messages of hope to those suffering from gay bullying are both heartwarming and inspiring. The campaign is aligned with the Trevor Project, a support-line dedicated to helping those confused or feeling alone about their sexuality. In the states a silent photographic campaign NOH8 was established campaigning against California Proposition 8, which bans same-sex marriage. Locals and Celebrities joined the cause in several open photoshoots throughout the states. Their mouths were tapped to represent oppression of speech and NOH8 were painted on their cheeks. The campaign has as of now reached 2000 official photos. Thats 2000 people, 2000 faces, speaking out for a cause. I hope the message of equality is eye-opening and beautiful to both straight and gay people.
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