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Summary: “Homosexual” Or “gay” (Press, 3 July 1978)
A reader has expressed concern to "The Press" regarding the use of quotation marks around the term "gay" in recent articles about homosexuals. The reader suggests that this cautious approach indicates a reluctance to embrace the term as standard usage, despite the growing acceptance of "gay" as a descriptor for homosexual individuals. They argue that the term "gay" carries positive, friendly connotations, in contrast to the word "homosexual," which is often associated with negative biases and discrimination. The reader advocates for the preference of using "gay" in discussions about the LGBTQ+ community.
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