In order to apply any analytical lens, the current conflict in Uganda must first be adequately explained. As an important side note, it is essential to avoid generalizations about any group of people, but there must be some compromise in this arena for it is difficult to analyze a situation without some generalizations. “Homosexual activity” has been illegal in Uganda (and many other sub-Saharan countries) since British Colonial rule. However, law by itself is not effective. The culture of the region must reflect the policies in place for the laws to be adhered to. In 2007 and again in 2013, over 90% of Ugandans agreed that homosexuality was unacceptable (Pew Global Attitudes 35). It is unsurprising, then, that the Anti-Homosexuality Act introduced
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The bill was signed by President Museveni and backed by the Minister of Ethics and Integrity, Simon Lokodo. Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG) tried to fight it, especially David Kato, a main gay rights activist in Uganda. A tabloid paper, called Rolling Stone, printed an article that gave the address and pictures of 100 suspected gay people. They gave it the catchy title “100 Pictures of Uganda’s Top Homos Leak” and called for these people to be hung, including David Kato. He filed a lawsuit against the paper and won in 2011. Shortly after this small victory, he was stabbed to death in his home. This led to Roger Ross Williams, who had briefly met Kato and been moved by his passion for gay rights, to make the documentary God Loves Uganda. His documentary sheds light onto the issue and highlighted the connection between fundamentalist Evangelical churches in America and the people of …show more content…
Marxism emphasizes that “the elite’s status and resources depends upon the disempowerment of the many” (Richmond 120). A majority of Ugandan society gains no tangible benefit from discriminating against gays. Despite most of society being held back by the lack of information and resources on LGBT issues, an elite few are profiting. The church leaders, in particular, make a lot of money. Pastor Kayanja, the senior pastor of Miracle Centre Cathedral is one of the top five wealthiest people in Uganda (God Loves Uganda). Bishop Christopher Senyonjo, the founder of the Makerere Community Church uses shocking tactics to paint homosexuality in a negative light, including screening gay porn during sermons. He has enough money to have homes in both n Kampala and Las Vegas. The anti-gay Evangelical preachers also gain popularity and attention through travelling to Uganda. By asserting their cultural hegemony in the region, these religious leaders disempower LGBT Ugandans and provide little to no benefit to the common
The bill was signed by President Museveni and backed by the Minister of Ethics and Integrity, Simon Lokodo. Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG) tried to fight it, especially David Kato, a main gay rights activist in Uganda. A tabloid paper, called Rolling Stone, printed an article that gave the address and pictures of 100 suspected gay people. They gave it the catchy title “100 Pictures of Uganda’s Top Homos Leak” and called for these people to be hung, including David Kato. He filed a lawsuit against the paper and won in 2011. Shortly after this small victory, he was stabbed to death in his home. This led to Roger Ross Williams, who had briefly met Kato and been moved by his passion for gay rights, to make the documentary God Loves Uganda. His documentary sheds light onto the issue and highlighted the connection between fundamentalist Evangelical churches in America and the people of …show more content…
Marxism emphasizes that “the elite’s status and resources depends upon the disempowerment of the many” (Richmond 120). A majority of Ugandan society gains no tangible benefit from discriminating against gays. Despite most of society being held back by the lack of information and resources on LGBT issues, an elite few are profiting. The church leaders, in particular, make a lot of money. Pastor Kayanja, the senior pastor of Miracle Centre Cathedral is one of the top five wealthiest people in Uganda (God Loves Uganda). Bishop Christopher Senyonjo, the founder of the Makerere Community Church uses shocking tactics to paint homosexuality in a negative light, including screening gay porn during sermons. He has enough money to have homes in both n Kampala and Las Vegas. The anti-gay Evangelical preachers also gain popularity and attention through travelling to Uganda. By asserting their cultural hegemony in the region, these religious leaders disempower LGBT Ugandans and provide little to no benefit to the common