No One Told Me Ellen Was Gay?

Ellen DeGeneres is a powerful voice for homosexuals. Her willingness to put herself out there and not be afraid of the critics is inspiring. Ellen has the personality to be who she is and still be admired by the public. Although her openness about her sexuality doesn’t mean homosexuality is generally accepted, it is liberating. One point mentioned in the article that we didn’t talk so much about in class was the visibility of gay sex on television. Now a day sex sells, it’s literally everywhere. I saw a commercial the other day for drain-o that was very sexual. Maybe clogged drains turn some people on but I thought that idea was a little extreme. Gay sex or even desire is absent on television, why? People get so uncomfortable and awkward watching PDA between two males or two females, but what I find ironic is that so many people ask the same question, “How do lesbians have sex?” Although I have a pretty good idea of how that process works I’m not here to answer that right now. Another thing that irks me is the fact that guys practically drool over the thought of two girls being together, yet they’re so judgmental when a man wants to lay with another man. Another point the article makes is that most people see homosexuality as deviant behavior…also not true. No one wants to go through the shame and guilt that comes with coming out, especially to family and friends. No one would do that just for attention. I know that for me and my family the love we all have for each other conquers any disappointment or resentment they may have.