The Role of Media in changing views of Gays and Lesbians

Week 3Sanda University

Quick noteThis is an extremely short and concise history

of LGBTs in AmericaLGBT= 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 fieldIf 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 QuestionsWhen 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. NatureIn the 1950s, homosexuality was seen as a

mental illnessPeople who were gay could be fired from their

jobs and were looked down uponThus, many people were afraid and hid the fact

that they were gayIn the 80s and early 90s the Gay community

was blamed for A.I.D.s and the H.I.V. diseaseDespite large progress for the LGBT

community, discrimination still exists

A very very very brief look at Gay and Lesbian History

1962- Illinois becomes the first state in the U.S. to decriminalize homosexual acts between consenting adults in private

1973- The American Psychiatric Association removes homosexuality from its official list of mental disorders.

1979- About 75,000 people participated in the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in Washington, D.C., in October.

1993- 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

2000- Vermont becomes the first state in the country to legally recognize civil unions between gay or lesbian couples

2004 -Same-sex marriages become legal in Massachusetts.

2009- 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

2010 -President Obama officially repeals the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" military policy

2012 -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.

2013 -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.”

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Jason Collins Vocabulary VideoAll corners (of something)Feel comfortable in your own skinRead the tea leavesBe crucified(Something) define meA vet (veteran)

Jason Collins VideoHow did most people feel about Jason Collin’s

announcement?A. happy/proud B. indifference C. angry D.

confusedWhy 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 VocabularyRadicalLiving in the shadowsLiving a lieComing out of the closet

Robbie Rogers VideoWhy 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 oldHow 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 viewsSince the late 80s, acceptance of LGBTs has

increased dramatically Why?

Youth culture Young people are usually more liberal and less

conservative as their parents’ generationMedia

Increase of LGBT perspective in TV, Movie, and Songs

Media and Gay RightsMovies

Philadelphia, Milk, The Birdcage, Brokeback Mountain

TV showsWill and Grace, Modern Family, Glee, Queer

Eye for the Straight GuySongs

Lady Gaga- “Born this way” Macklemore- “Same Love” Sara Bareilles- “Brave”

Referenceshttp://www.gallup.com/poll/162689/record-hi

gh-say-gay-lesbian-relations-morally.aspx

Reference ( The American Gay Rights Movement: A Timeline | Infoplease.com http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0761909.html#ixzz2vBED