I think that is such an important point. I have a very good friend that is left of center, and it's pretty interesting what never comes across his radar and vice versa. The ability to amplify messaging to specific circles about specific groups, combined with a human propensity to generalize has created a perfect breeding ground for demagoguery. It's really hard to properly gauge what's happening around us.

That said, the LGTBQ thing has serious wheels in terms of political power. I think it's moved far beyond its original intent of acceptance.

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