If your son or daughter came to you and said they were either gay or transgendered would you be accepting of them? Why or why not?

[Lucy68]

[RangerBlue22]

Why did you have to equate homosexuality with the trans movement? Seriously why? They are two very different dynamics

Anyway the trans movement is 99% social contagion right now and it’s horrifying. What kind of insanity has this world come that people now even seriously considering giving children hormone blocking treatment (which the Biden administration supports by the way) or even worse providing gender “transition” surgery to minors is a good idea? This “treatment” causes irreversible changes to a child’s body. What happens if they later regret it and now its next to impossible to go back? It’s worse than pedophilia in my opinion.

While gender dysphoria is a real mental condition it is exceedingly rare. There would have be very consistent symptoms that aren’t influenced by the environment that would be indicative of this. But even then I wouldn’t ever support any “treatments” until the kid was at least 18 and legally an adult. If they want to do a transition at that point and 100% believed it was the “right” thing to do I would respect their decision. But until then I will call them by the pronoun they were born with.

Now as for homosexuality that’s another topic. Truth is my mind has fluctuated from first believing it was a decision, then believing it was genetic and now I’m starting to believe again that the environment has a heavy influence (social contagion). Reason being is that recent statistics have generation Z identifying as 21% lgbtq. That’s insane increase from older generations. No way in hell that 1/5 of all human beings fall into that category. No.

I wouldn’t reject my kid if they said their were gay but I wouldn’t “celebrate” it either. I would say that’s your choice and I will support you either way. But I wouldn’t encourage nor criticize it. Just be indifferent.

[Cubus]

Trans - no. Gay - depends on his attitude.

[Sour-rose]

Tsk, it be hard but yeah to be honest. But I'm not knowingly going to tell them I accept them as soon as they say it. I love my kid, trans or not but the world will not. Soo time to take some real life tests. Real life tests? They are

• denying they are trans
• misgendering them... a few times in public
• mocking them in the clothes store

"Sour, you absolute transphobic whore! You're not respe-" It's my name. But also my kid. And the last thing I wanna see if my (nonexistent) baby not be prepared for what people will say. And the worst of it all, the world takes them in the shadows and brings them back. But they're dead and in their coffin before me. :c

[sage2021]

A lot of people answered that they would love their child. But the question asked if you would be accepting of them.

I wish the question was
Would you treat your son or daughter different if they told you they were transgender?

Sorry I didn't answer your question

[Lliam]

I would love my kid no matter what. I would accept gay or lesbian no problem.
But trans is something else. I'd go into protective mode. I would refuse to allow any drugs or medical procedures and I would seek competent psychological help for my kid. Trans a symptom of severe mental problems that are being encouraged and promoted as being normal and cool by certain sectors of society. It's not a physical problem.

You have to learn to live with the body you were born with. It's impossible to switch.

[JamesDiaz11]

Trans, absolutely not- they'd be put in therapy immediately, and probably sent to another country for schooling- as this country's public school system is pretty much an indoctrination camp for that mental illness.

If they came to me as gay, it would depend if it were my son or daughter. The daughter I'd counsel her, and try to get her over whatever fetish/ phase made her want to do that, but honestly it wouldn't be that bad for my girl to never be with any guys- as long as she wasn't a hoe for women.

If it was my son he'd be kicked out of the family, and I'd never talk to him again- my wife would probably be softer toward him, but he'd never be allowed over, especially around my other kids.

[TheUniqueOne96]

I don't think I'd have much of a problem if they were gay, that's fine.

As for transgender, yes, although I don't agree with it and I'd rather they go and see someone to get help - basically, I think you are what you are from a biological POV, regardless of how you feel.

That being said, I refuse to treat someone like shit, due to them being gay or transgender and anyone who does, is an asshole, whether it's family or someone outside of it.

[Anonymous]

No. I'd send them to Christian Conversion Camp. I was a Councillor in one, it's where I met my wife. Various conversion treatments are used to help you walk on the straight and narrow path. Hours of prayer, counciling, religious study, canning, spanking, paddling, aversion therapy, Psychoanalysis, Hypnosis water boarding and marraige therapy.

I've seen first hand how this works. My wife used to be a lesbian and had a secret girlfriend growing up, she was very unhappy because of it. I remember when her parents dropped her off on the first day age 15. My wife and I are happily married with kids and have a good sex life, the thought of sleeping with another woman again now makes her physically sick thanks to the treatment she received and embraces Jesus and a Christian life.

[SpokenTruth]

Would I still love them yes, yes I could, would I condone it, no.

1 Corinthians 6:9-11

9 Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor [a]homosexuals, nor [b]sodomites, 10 nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were [c]sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus and by the Spirit of our God.

[godfatherfan]

Of course. Any parent that doesn't accept their children for who they are, are just despicable human beings. My oldest son told us he was bisexual when he was in 9th grade of high school. He wrote us a letter and said he "didn't want to talk about it". Of course we talked about it. We let him know that as long as he is happy, then that is all that matters.

[Messianic_Monk]

What is your definition of "acceptance"? If by "acceptance" you mean that I will recognize them as my child and hug them and express affectionate sort of things that parents show to their children? Yes, I would.

If by "acceptance", you mean that I would approve of their lifestyle? No. I would pray for them and encourage them to meet with the elders of my church.

[musicbrain5]

Gay or lesbian, yeah. Trans? That’s harder to accept honestly. It would probably take me awhile to accept that. I would not allow my child to take hormones or whatever until they are a legal adult.

[Blackmoonsns]

Yes, as long as they're coming from a healthy mind State I'd be happy for him if they're in a constant state of depression or you know there's problems at home I would be questioning that but if they're all in all general happy person social friendly ambitious and they have a direction in life I'm fine with it.

[goaded]

Yes. Already happened. IDGAF how they're happy (unless it's hurting other people). If I found out they were stupid enough to think that because some bad people have a certain religion or skin colour, all people who have that religion or skin colour are bad, I'd knock them into next week!

[SnowedIn]

Yes. My job is to love them and keep them safe. If they want to make a decision about their sexuality or gender, I can advise them but not direct what should want or do. So, love them and create a safe space around them.

[tenor55]

Absolutely, positively, love, support, go the their wedding, when they visit have them stay in the same room…all of it! We have a gay grandson who lives with his partner. We will be having them for Christmas.

[Sirenboobzilla]

Regardless of how they identify, they're my child (dren) first. All I care about is raising someone who can contribute positively to the world around them. If by chance they choose to contribute with a different gender, so be it

[Roxxy99]

Of course. It’s not my place to dictate to them who they can love or how they choose to identify. You love your kids and let them find their own happiness.

[TrueConfection]

I wouldn't stop living my children and I would try to help them. I don't always approve of their decisions, and I'm always there for them after their worst decisions.

[TrueConfection]

*loving

[AsaKyo]

If they were gay, I honestly don't think I'd truly give a fuck, but claiming to be "trans" and all these other imaginary genders would kind of annoy me

But I'm not an ally for any of it, I just don't care about it

[Anonymous]

Since I have no kids I can't answer this. Since being gay is a "choice" (i believe most gay people are traumatized into that lifestyle. Most probably don't even realize thier trauma) my first thought is "what did I do wrong as a parent, or missed that sent him/her down this path.

But yes, they are my child and OF COURSE I would love them regardless. If a person is mentally ill do you blame them for being mentally ill? Of course not!

[lalaloveee]

I would smile at him and go straight to my husband and say that oh honey, I should have listened to you about abortion years ago.

[abc3643]

I have no problem with that although I might have some disagreements about transgenderism, but I'd still be supportive.

[MCheetah]

If they did that, I would have completely failed as a father and take all the blame towards myself for failing my child.

[CateM]

Of course! That's my child and not accepting them for who they are is just shitty. I wouldn't let them transition or take hormones before they're a legal adult though

[lightbulb27]

yes, but I'd question that as a bunch of mind warp and given their age, they'd be challenged.

[tfan1]

No because after me my son is the last of the family name. I want him to marry a wonderful girl and have kids to continue the family name 🙂👍. Later in life of course - he’s only 10 years old now 👍🙂

[Sasha0426]

So, you’re a terrible father with selfish intentions where you don’t give a shit about your son’s happiness and what he wants in life?

[call_me_scar]

My name means God of the sea and even I don't give a damn if my name lives on you don't deserve kids

[acooke-13]

Of course, my opinion doesn't matter when it comes to someone elses body and life. I will accept and love my child no matter what.

[acooke-13]

if you're not going to accept and be happy for your child, then you're not fit to be a parent, so don't be one, it's that simple!

[DaisyM23]

I think it'd take a while to get my head wrapped around the trans thing but I'd be accepting of course

[Razp_Sorbet]

Yes. They're my kid, it would literally be cruel and borderline abusive if I didn't accept them for who they are.

[bamesjond0069]

Hell no. It's immoral. They might feel some kind of way but to actually do anything is a failing. To say you identify as gay or Trans or anything is giving up being a moral person. They have succumbed to evil and given their life to satan.

[Alexandrubaschet08]

No, man go for girls and girls for mens. That the circle of nature.

I will renegade them.

[coachTanthony]

We would have a conversation then maybe I would let GAG know lol

[TheVigilantOne]

Of course I’d accept them, they’re my child so why wouldn’t I? No matter what my child came out as I would accept them.

[sheikalana]

Obviously! But when it comes to wanting to transition I would probably advise them to consider doing it only when they're 18+

[motownplayer2000]

No. I would love them, but I won’t support it. I can accept people’s decisions of what they want to do. Doesn’t mean I have to support what they say they are

[bolverk]

I have no children, but a fair few nephews & nieces, I'd be accepting as we had a gay family member, to me it would not change who they are.

[call_me_scar]

Of course I'd support them I'm not a asshole who doesn't deserve kids

[TDDMS]

No, they would become candidates for rook top lawn darts.

[Havthrills]

I would accept them. Their choice just as long as they're happy.

[PainusNdeeAnus]

Nope because no matter how they felt they can’t change their gender id just teach them to be comfortable in their own body and love themselves

[SmokinAces2000]

If they were gay yea if they were trans I would tell them that I won’t be allowing them to transition under 18 but after that I don’t care

[goaded]

I'm 99% sure no under 18s are allowed to transition in the US. Puberty blockers, to allow them to be sure of their choice, yes.

[Fuentes]

@goaded yeah but the liberals you vote for are trying to change that, Beto O Rouke almost won in Texas and a few other crazy leftist nuts are pushing for it. That's who you VOTE for

[goaded]

@Fuentes Even if that's true, which I doubt, it's still not going to happen in anything but the most extreme cases, like with late-term abortions. The right wants to make it sound as if it will be almost compulsory, not a medical option for extreme circumstances.

[Fuentes]

@goaded are you really gonna sit here and deny that they're leftist lunatics advocating for kids as young as 8-12 years old to get surgery done? And trying to. pass these bills and have huge support? Are are you gonna burrow your head under a rock and pretend it's not happening as long as the big bad conservative or Trump is not in office that's just more important right?

[goaded]

@Fuentes Yes, I'm going to deny that they're leftist lunatics advocating for kids as young as 8-12 years old to get surgery done. Show me someone saying that. Not just admitting it might sometimes be necessary, but advocating for it.

If a right-winger says their guns are there to take on the government, are they advocating for taking on the government?

[Fuentes]

@goaded you think guns and kids surgery is the same thing? Are you sick? Lololol just look up Beto O Ourouke the guy had Hella votes and people support him on giving kids gender surgery early. If I can admit they're right wing nuts why can't you admit that you have leftist nuts who want weird stuff for children.

[goaded]

@Fuentes No, I'm saying the argument is the same. Is demanding something be a right the same as advocating for that right to be exercised, or not?

I might admit they're left-wing nuts, if you actually show me anyone "advocating for kids as young as 8-12 years old to get surgery done". You haven't even shown me someone advocating for kids as young as 8-12 years old to be *permitted* to get surgery done.

Utter the words "Second Amendment" on here, and you'll get a dozen people telling you it's to take down the government, rather than for state governments to protect themselves (under the control of that civilian government). Talk about transition surgery or late term abortions, the argument you'll hear is "leave it up to the individuals and their doctors". That is not being a "left-wing nut", that's advocating people's freedom over their bodies.

[Fuentes]

@goaded for an adult that's advocating but that's not good for children.

calmatters.org/.../

They're pushing for it

[goaded]

@Fuentes Uh, no, they're saying if people need it, they won't be prosecuted. It's protecting vulnerable people from draconian laws in their own states. It is not saying to a single person "you should transition", it's saying "if you transition, you're safe and free in California".

Same as open carry states are saying you're free to carry a firearm openly in our state.

[Fuentes]

@goaded dude you're a sicko and need help.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

God forbid. I won't accept them. It's just horrible. It's disgusting and pure wickedness.

[goaded]

Why is it wicked?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

@goaded: Being homosexual or lesbian and a tranny is against nature and not the way God intended it to be.

[goaded]

Then why did He make them that way? (And what does the bible say about it, exactly?)

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

@goaded: God didn't make them that way. People becoming perverted and do all kinds of wickedness when they reject God.

Romans 1:18-32

For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them.

For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened.

Professing to be wise, they became fools, and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man—and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things.

Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, who exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen.

For this reason God gave them up to vile passions. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature.

Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shameful, and receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil-mindedness; they are whisperers, backbiters, haters of God, violent, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents, undiscerning, untrustworthy, unloving, unforgiving, unmerciful; who, knowing the righteous judgment of God, that those who practice such things are deserving of death, not only do the same but also approve of those who practice them.

[goaded]

This is what your religion really teaches?

If they're all "deserving of death", why haven't you killed all the people who are "whisperers, backbiters, ... violent, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents, undiscerning, untrustworthy, unloving, unforgiving, unmerciful", unrighteous, immoral, wicked, covetous or malicious?

It's a wonder churches still have any members left, except you can do all those things and be forgiven, if you just give to the church.

It sounds like you'd be happier some place like Iran or Afghanistan.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

@goaded: That's not talking about killing people necessarily but rather that they so evil that they deserve to die.

[goaded]

Like witches?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

@goaded: Definitely. The government should put them to death.

[Amur8711]

I would seek out help for them tho learn how to not feel this way anymore, especially if they don't want to feel that way.

[Anonymous]

I would send them to a camp for making them right in thé head

[Fuentes]

This would not happen but if it did, they would be disowned.

[Anonymous]

Not while they are under 18. Afterwards they can be a dinosaur for all I care.

I don't have any at the moment but I think I'll take a question like this more seriously when I do.

[In_Trance]

Pretty sure as their parent I would know if they're transgendered before they would

[Alliegal]

Gay yeah no problem. Trans, I think they should wait until 25 when their brain is mature before taking any physical actions on that

[Anonymous]

My sister is a lesbian. She is a feminist, she hates men. My parents were shocked to hear this.

[ConfusedQueen1123]

yeah i'd accept them, if they are happy and safe thats all that matters..

[Danmanly]

Of course I would accept them, I love them who ever they choose to be

[panamared1]

Accepting, but time for a long talk, I need to understand

[NathanDavis]

Yes.

love is love

[Astarlessnightsky]

of course i would accept them.

[msmissydc]

Yes of course. Why would I not?

[Anonymous]

Of course, it's called good parenting.

[joeldalton]

Gay? Likely. Trans? Absolutely not.

[goaded]

It's nice to know you accept some reality.

[joeldalton]

@goaded I don’t remember asking you for your approval.

[goaded]

I don't remember you accepting any reality.

[joeldalton]

@goaded The reality is you’re an idiot.

[goaded]

Proving my point. So, why wouldn't you accept your child being trans? Don't you think you might be a little bit like a 1960's parent?

[joeldalton]

@goaded Yes, the point is you’re an idiot. I would get them proper mental health so they don’t mutilate their bodies to fit some trendy mental illness.

[goaded]

So you don't understand the reality of trans brains being physically formatted more like the average brain of the opposite sex than the one their body represents.

Or you just don't care and think they should snap out of it or something, just like people thought about homosexuality 50 years ago.

[joeldalton]

@goaded Weird that we can have 423 genders but these brains only pick one of two genders.

We also thought it was good medicine to shove an ice pick in someone’s brain 60 years ago.

[goaded]

They don't. There are limitless ways that any two brains will differ, it's just that a trans woman has a brain that is more like the typical female brain than the typical male brain.

Why do you have the same attitude to trans people that people had to homosexual people 60 years ago?

[joeldalton]

@goaded They do. There's never a "transgender" to gender 231.

I'm not going to play your fucking games of you twisting what I say and expecting me to defend your version of what I said. Once again, they stuck ice picks into the brains of people 60 years ago. That was accepted science. We will find in the future that indulging this mental illness and mutilating people's bodies was barbaric.

[goaded]

Decades ago they were chemically castrating people for being homosexual. I think it's far closer to your attitude today towards trans people. Acceptance of reality will come.

[joeldalton]

@goaded How could it possibly be closer when chemically castrating gay people is mutilating their bodies for being different? You really fucked up with that analogy. Jesus.

[goaded]

You're ignoring the whole informed consent thing.

[joeldalton]

@goaded It's not informed consent when you have activist doctors/mental health professionals not doing what's in the best interest of the patient to meet some virtue signaling. The end result is still the same. Mutilation of someone's body because of deviant thoughts.

[goaded]

You're just upset they won't do what you want. They are doing what's in the best interests of their patients, you're just insisting that nobody should be allowed to even try.

[joeldalton]

@goaded So were people who gave lobodomies.

[goaded]

I'm sure everyone who got a lobotomy asked for one, right? I-N-F-O-R-M-E-D C-O-N-S-E-N-T. Learn what it means.

[joeldalton]

@goaded f-u-c-k-o-f-f if you can't get the point.

[goaded]

Try making one. A logical one.

[joeldalton]

@goaded I did. Crystal clear. If you're too stupid to read, that's your problem, not mine.

[goaded]

Ah, we've moved on to the projection part of the conversation.

[joeldalton]

@goaded Nope., No projection. You're an idiot.

[_Troian_]

I'd shoot myself in the head with Magnum 44

[Nattt123]

I’d be disappointed

[Pete671]

yes of course I would,,,

[LiamJHayden]

Gay, yes. Trans, no.

[Dinosaursandanime65]

That’s not my child

[JesseJayNeak]

No, I wouldn’t