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Homophobia is like racism and anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry in that it seeks to dehumanize a large group of p
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"Homophobia is like racism and anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry in that it seeks to dehumanize a large group of people, to deny their humanity, their dignity and personhood"

- Coretta Scott King

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This quote by Coretta Scott King speaks to the harmful effects of homophobia. Homophobia is a type of bigotry that looks for to reject the mankind of LGBTQ+ individuals. It resembles bigotry and anti-Semitism because it looks for to dehumanize a large group of people, to deny their dignity and personhood. This quote stresses the importance of acknowledging the mankind of all people, despite their sexual preference or gender identity. It is a pointer that everyone is worthy of to be treated with respect and dignity. Homophobia is a kind of discrimination that has no location in a society that values equality and justice. We should all collaborate to develop a world where everybody is accepted and appreciated for who they are.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Coretta Scott King between April 27, 1927 and January 31, 2006. He/she was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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