| Handout 3 <To be copied on yellow paper> |
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Lesbians and gays who act against the interests of other lesbians and gays should be "outed." Lesbians and gays should reduce their "invisibility" by engaging in high profile media events including demonstrations. Those who support lesbian and gay rights should lobby the government, as well as religious and other institutions. Lesbians and gays must work within mainstream institutions and organizations to achieve equality. Lesbians and gays should build coalitions with other oppressed groups. Lesbians and gays should take action in solidarity with other oppressed groups. People who support lesbian and gay rights have a responsibility to challenge homophobia whenever possible. Supporters of lesbian and gay rights should register a complaint whenever there is anti-gay reporting in the media. Supporters of lesbian and gay rights should boycott those products and services from companies which are anti-lesbian/gay. Lesbians and gays have a responsibility to set up or join organizations which campaign for their rights. Campaigns which have been successful in challenging lesbian and gay oppression should be publicized and celebrated. Lesbians and gays should be open about their sexual orientation. |