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Straight pride is a reactionary slogan that arose in the 1980s and early 1990s and has primarily been used by social conservatives as a political stance and strategy.[1] The term is described as a response to "gay pride",[2][3][4] a slogan adopted by various groups (later united under the moniker LGBT) in the early 1970s, or to the accommodations provided to gay pride initiative.
Straight pride backlash incidents have generated controversy and media attention. School policies and court decisions regarding freedom of expression have drawn particular attention, spotlighting individuals protesting school expressions against harassment of LGBTQ adolescents.[4][5][6]
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Not surprisingly, individuals in the pride stage are most criticized not only by heterosexual persons but also many LGBT individuals, who are uncomfortable forcing the majority to share the discomfort. Heterosexual individuals may express bewilderment at the term 'gay pride,' arguing that they do not talk about 'straight pride'.
- ^ Eliason, Michele J. (1996). Who Cares?: Institutional Barriers to Health Care for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Persons. NLN Press. p. 55. ISBN 9780887376764.
- ^ a b Zorn, Eric (November 14, 2010). "When 'pride' turns shameful". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved August 28, 2021.
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