LGBT SPEECH

       We are human, are we not? We are as human as each other and as human as anyone else is. Others may ridicule us because of our sexuality, but when you get down to it, we walk the same Earth as they do, we breathe the same air they do, we do the same things they do in our daily lives. We are humans, just as they are, and no matter what some may say, don't let yourself forget that!

        We are not superior, just as no one else is superior over us. We deserve equality because the human race is equal. Humans all differ from each other in appearance, personality, talent, voice, attitude, and so on. We've learned to accept people for their differences in skin color and gender and now we'll learn to accept people for their sexuality.

        Throughout time, the minority has had to fight for their rights. The Civil War ended in 1865, with the African Americans in favor, and one hundred years later that segregation became illegal. Women gained the right to vote in 1920. Now it's time for us to make our stamp in the history books.

        Recently, we've earned the right to be open about our sexuality in the military. Schools everywhere are enforcing rules to keep LGBT children safe from unfair harassment. Even the media is now showing shows, movies, and songs involving the queer society in a positive manner. Some states and countries allow gay couples to adopt children and be married. We have a good head start, and one day, we will have the right to marry and adopt all over the world!

        Some may tell you that being gay is unnatural. Look at glasses, shoes, coffee tables, televisions, fans, and stuffed animals and tell me that all these things are natural.

        Some say it goes against God; He loves all of his children except the queer ones. I say, where's the logic against that? If God loves all of his imperfect children, what in the world would make you think He doesn't love us because of our sexuality?

        Do not forget that you are human. You are not an object or an animal. You are human, you smile, you cry, you laugh, you hide, and you love.

        The last thing I'd like to say to you all is 'thank you'. Thank you for providing hope for your LGBT brothers and sisters. Thank you for standing tall when you feel small. Thank you for believing in and fighting for equality.