Homosexual Law Changes (Press, 23 April 1985)
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Summary: Homosexual Law Changes (Press, 23 April 1985)
In response to comments regarding the Homosexual Law Reform Bill, several letters to the editor express a range of perspectives. MRS LESLIE M. CROUCHER highlights a humorous notion circulating in conversation circles, stating that phrases like "Real men don’t eat quiche" and "Real women don’t pump gas" reflect a misguided and naive sentiment among many opposing the bill. She expresses disappointment that some New Zealanders' objections to the bill lack a deeper understanding and urges for a more genuine interpretation of the issues at hand. J. W. EARLY addresses the contradiction in the attitudes of some Christians towards homosexuals. He critiques the public perception of Christian love as being undermined by actions and rhetoric that convey hostility and judgment, citing a recent rally in Cathedral Square and various letters that portray contempt rather than compassion. He asserts that this inconsistency damages the credibility of the Church among non-Christian homosexuals, suggesting that the church's message is failing to resonate with the very individuals it seeks to reach. Lastly, KEITH WIGNALL responds to a letter from Noreen Queree, arguing that unlike theft, which is inherently non-consensual and driven by greed, the homosexual activities that the law aims to decriminalise are based on love and consent. He emphasises that while he values legal protections against theft, he does not desire similar protections against consensual expressions of love, reinforcing the idea that consensual relationships should not be subject to legal scrutiny. Together, these letters reflect the complex social and moral conversations occurring around the Homosexual Law Reform Bill, laying bare a conflict between traditional beliefs and evolving views on love and morality in New Zealand during this period.
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