May 17 marked the International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO). This day commemorates the exact day when Homosexuality was removed from the World Health Organization's (WHO) list of disorders back in 1990.
The Hall of Shame was released not to show the worst offenders but to shed light on some world leaders who have used or lent their power to perpetuate homophobia. The list includes some very powerful people not the least of which would be Pope Benedict XVI himself. The list also includes: George Bush, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (President of Iran), Roman Giertych (Minister of Education for Poland), Bienvenido Abante (Representative in the House of Congress - Philippines).
The press release also includes some milestones that show there is still hope. These include advances in Nepal, Denmark, Mexico and in the United Nations.
I suggest you guys take the time to read this one. You owe it to yourself to be aware so you can continue to act as responsible human beings capable of respect for everyone. Also, I've covered some of the "offenders" aforementioned in my previous posts. It would also be nice if you took the time to read up on these people as well so we might not repeat their mistakes.
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