Gay The word gay originated from the Old High German word gahi, which means "rapid and impetuous." In the twelfth century, the word gahi gave rise to the Middle French word gai, meaning "merry and happily excited." The English word gay was borrowed from the Middle French...

Gays In The Media Homosexuals are now the targets of a new frenzy; the media frenzy. The gay and lesbian demographic is taking huge steps toward total recognition and acceptance. The GLBT (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender) community is finding a voice in society. Additionally, marketers are f...

In 20th century attitude toward gay community was very negative. However, in recent years gay and lesbians are gaining more rights. The biggest problem that homosexuals are facing right now is not being able to adopt a child. There are 22 states where they are allowed to adopt and it is seen t...

Same-Sex Marriage "Each individual's journey through life is unique. Some will make this journey alone, others in loving relationships- maybe in marriage or other forms of commitment. We need to ponder our own choices and try to understand the choices of others. Love has many s...

While feminism's primary emphasis has historically been on a woman's role in the world and the need for a drastic change in our movement toward equality, feminism today does not present such a simple and unified message. Feminist scholars vary drastically in the arguments they make about feminism...