A lot of people are decrying this number as being too low because it’s been common knowledge for a while that about 10% of the general population is LGBTQ. I think that’s a really negative way to look at the poll. Instead, realize that we’re finally at a point where nearly every LGBTQ American is comfortable enough with their sexual identity to report it on a poll. That’s a huge milestone for de-stigmatizing the LGBTQ community! Shame it’s happening at such a scary time, and I hope these rates don’t decrease as things become worse.
A lot of people are decrying this number as being too low because it’s been common knowledge for a while that about 10% of the general population is LGBTQ. I think that’s a really negative way to look at the poll. Instead, realize that we’re finally at a point where nearly every LGBTQ American is comfortable enough with their sexual identity to report it on a poll. That’s a huge milestone for de-stigmatizing the LGBTQ community! Shame it’s happening at such a scary time, and I hope these rates don’t decrease as things become worse.