Racist – What society calls someone who discriminates against another person based on the person’s race.
Sexist – What society calls someone who discriminates against another person based on the person’s sex.
Both of these words carry a very negative connotation and people hate being called them. The LGBT movement uses far less powerful terms of bigot and homophobe. Both of which may be accurate terms, but do not carry anywhere near the same punch of racist or sexist. So what term should be used to define someone who discriminates against another person based on the person’s sexual orientation? I welcome your suggestions.
July 28th, 2010 at 11:05 am
Hi Chris!
Just discovered your blog, and I wanted to wish you continued success with your coming out process. You are doing a real service to many other gay men and women struggling with their sexuality. Thank you!