Many people use the Holy Bible as their basis of condemning gays, stating that it is not themselves who condemn gays, but God - or rather, the Word. ... In the past, almost all gays tried to hide their true sexual orientation. ... Just like heterosexuals, gays differ enormously from each other; but many heterosexuals usually lump all gays together. ... Gay relationships can include many dimensions - emotional,! ... For example, Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong has ordained openly gay priests and the United Church of Christ has ordained lesbian and gay ministers. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Hay is often referred to as the "father of gay liberation". ... However, most gays and lesbians felt the worst form of maltreatment came through gay bashing, especially when done by public officials. Unending detainments, physical beatings, rapes and sexual assaults were quite prevalent, often committed inside the police precinct. ... California's seeming pro-gay days were over, and gay bashing began again. ... Ward also defended young gay men as well. ...

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