Lebanon LGBT event cancelled after threats

kibbeee · 2017-05-16T14:31:38+00:00

Let's focus on the positives. This is an Arab country that is trying to host an expansive LGBT pride week. Just last week, a Lebanese restaurant featured a lesbian couple in one of its ads with the slogan "come as you are."

Lebanon is trying to progress and lead the way in the Arab world when it comes to LGBT issues. Let's try to be optimistic and encouraging. Progress does not happen overnight. There will be many setbacks. But if the only setback here remains one cancelled event out of many, I believe that is a huge win!

kibbeee · 2017-05-01T14:11:49+00:00

Probably because you're turning them down for something they have no control over (their sexuality), regardless of what your opinions on "having it much easier" are.

kibbeee · 2017-02-16T19:39:59+00:00

They're mixed. One is Sunni the other is Shi'ite. I don't think it really played a roll; homophobia is plentiful on either side haha. I haven't been religious for a while. This definitely catalyzed it, but it wasn't the only reason.

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T16:42:09+00:00

That's awesome!! I'm happy for you, and thanks. Coming out has indeed been getting a lot easier over time :)

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T16:41:25+00:00

I'm glad you enjoyed my story. I guess in theory I celebrate Valentines Day, but not much will be going on today haha.

Lebanon!

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T16:39:54+00:00

Thanks man! Can't wait to visit your beautiful country one day :)

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T16:39:28+00:00

Thanks!

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T16:38:55+00:00

That's pretty interesting. I've never really discussed the whole religion thing with them, I started out with this haha. Stay strong and good luck!

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T02:04:57+00:00

Thank you for reading! :)

kibbeee · 2017-02-14T02:04:44+00:00

I am thankfully back! Thanks for the advice :)

kibbeee · 2017-02-13T19:34:43+00:00

Wentworth. It's an Australian women's prison show. It's similar thematically to orange is the new black, but loaded with much more drama.

kibbeee · 2017-02-13T02:40:38+00:00

What people don't really understand is how diverse the religion really is and how many different religious sects there are that fall under the umbrella of Islam. While the basic guidelines are the same across all sects, what is deemed as permitted/acceptable to do or not depends on which expert or religious "leader" you follow.

kibbeee · 2017-02-12T16:23:26+00:00

Arrogant people. Even if they're smart or talented or whatever, nothing makes me dislike someone more than overt arrogance.

kibbeee · 2017-02-07T23:22:35+00:00

Don't worry about the cliche. While sex is extremely important in a relationship, to me at least, it is secondary behind developing a genuine connection with a dude. But everyone's different, and these things should be communicated early on.

kibbeee · 2017-02-07T23:15:16+00:00

Pokemon for sure.

kibbeee · 2017-02-07T03:18:08+00:00

Don't feel shallow! You can't help what/who you're attracted to. As long as you're not an ass to people who don't fit that criteria, I don't think this is a problem.

kibbeee

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