Schools have gay-straight alliances and include LGBTQ youth in important school functions like prom to increase confidence and acceptance for LBGTQ students (Curtis). Sexuality – both its norms and variations – are very important in an adolescent’s life. In fact, “Over 80% of teens consider human sexuality and sexual relationships equally or more important than other subjects taught in school (Lipkin). While some Americans don’t believe that allowing same sex marriage will help our country at all, the pros of allowing it vastly overshadow the cons. Already, two thirds of America’s population believe that gay people will earn the right to marry in all states (Wolfson). Allowing same sex marriage and creating a safe environment for the LGBTQ community will help stop bullying among teens, promote acceptance, and help teens get a better education and understanding of the topic. LGBTQ issues are important and teens need a better understanding so they
Schools have gay-straight alliances and include LGBTQ youth in important school functions like prom to increase confidence and acceptance for LBGTQ students (Curtis). Sexuality – both its norms and variations – are very important in an adolescent’s life. In fact, “Over 80% of teens consider human sexuality and sexual relationships equally or more important than other subjects taught in school (Lipkin). While some Americans don’t believe that allowing same sex marriage will help our country at all, the pros of allowing it vastly overshadow the cons. Already, two thirds of America’s population believe that gay people will earn the right to marry in all states (Wolfson). Allowing same sex marriage and creating a safe environment for the LGBTQ community will help stop bullying among teens, promote acceptance, and help teens get a better education and understanding of the topic. LGBTQ issues are important and teens need a better understanding so they