After watching the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade I spoke to several friends about it.
I was surprised at the homophobic comments they made.
These are people who you would expect to have reasonably tolerant attitudes.
They both, however, reinforced the stereotype that gay people are excessively sexual, promiscuous, and lascivious.
I expressed my disappointment at their prejudiced attitudes.
And I tried to make them aware of their unconscious homophobia.
This experience has made me aware that negative attitudes towards gay people are still lurking in the closet.
And I renewed my determination to address them.
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