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The Daily OrangeBisexuality study distorts reality
By Travis Judd
Posted: 2/11/08, 12:22 AM EST Section: Opinion
Instead, the fluidity of sexuality is often times ignored when we group ourselves into categories and limiting orientations. Sexuality is a spectrum, a line that connects homosexuality and heterosexuality. I identify as bisexual because I am attracted to both men and women sexually and spiritually, even though I have been romantically involved with more women than men.
"Who are we heterosexuals to question the actions of people that are bisexual? Do they ask us why we like women or men? No. So why should we?" said sophomore economics major Chris Filipski.
After reading Thursday's D.O. article and watching "A Shot at Love," I realized sometimes one needs to step back and recognize the ignorance flooding their environment. If I want to know more about space travel, I'm going to ask an astronaut, not a firefighter. If non-bisexuals want to know more about bisexuality, ask someone who is bisexual. Don't ask someone coming up with wild theories based on assumptions or the publicity stunt by Tila Tequila that strips us of our dignity. Make no mistake - this not only pertains to those straight people who have made themselves the authority on sexuality; bisexuals, including myself, are usually just as harassed and misunderstood within the lesbian and gay community.
And no, I don't sleep in a gigantic red bed.
Travis Judd is a junior business management major. He can be reached at tmjudd@syr.edu.
"Who are we heterosexuals to question the actions of people that are bisexual? Do they ask us why we like women or men? No. So why should we?" said sophomore economics major Chris Filipski.
After reading Thursday's D.O. article and watching "A Shot at Love," I realized sometimes one needs to step back and recognize the ignorance flooding their environment. If I want to know more about space travel, I'm going to ask an astronaut, not a firefighter. If non-bisexuals want to know more about bisexuality, ask someone who is bisexual. Don't ask someone coming up with wild theories based on assumptions or the publicity stunt by Tila Tequila that strips us of our dignity. Make no mistake - this not only pertains to those straight people who have made themselves the authority on sexuality; bisexuals, including myself, are usually just as harassed and misunderstood within the lesbian and gay community.
And no, I don't sleep in a gigantic red bed.
Travis Judd is a junior business management major. He can be reached at tmjudd@syr.edu.
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Kenneth Shaw
posted 2/11/08 @ 6:09 PM EST
No one cares. You're an idiot.
Chris Filipski
posted 2/11/08 @ 11:29 PM EST
Right on Travis. Don't stop figthing the good fight!
Schmenneth Kaw
posted 2/12/08 @ 7:26 PM EST
No, you're the idiot. Kenneth.
Isn't it great to have an academic debate?
Why should we hate and discriminate
those who happen to have plenty choice of mate?
Now I don't think there's another way to Sa'it
But I'd like to ask you out on a date!
Pick me up at eight! And don't be late. (Continued…)
iBernard
posted 2/13/08 @ 5:03 PM EST
Travis:
While admirable to address bisexuality, in this case as "pictured" in today's media, you'd have served a larger purpose by commenting on the trash television that is Tila Tequila, and how some silicone-enhanced cyber-character managed to rise up and invade our living rooms. (Continued…)
Kenneth Shaw
posted 2/14/08 @ 3:55 PM EST
The author is an idiot because he attempts to refute an opposing opinion by making conclusory statements regarding his own. He offers no evidence - whether biological, sociological, statistical or otherwise - to support his opinion. (Continued…)
Travis
posted 2/27/08 @ 12:43 PM EST
Kenneth,
First of all, let me say that I appreciate your comments, despite your crude arrogance and sarcasm.
If you are looking for biological/sociological/statistical data, I will write another column, if you wish. (Continued…)
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Travis
posted 2/27/08 @ 12:45 PM EST
Kenneth,
First of all, let me say that I appreciate your comments, despite your crude arrogance and sarcasm.
If you are looking for biological/sociological/statistical data, I will write another column, if you wish. (Continued…)
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