In our century, and in earlier centuries, members of the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender community have been persecuted because of their sexual orientation. ... Gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender people are the third highest category of hate crimes committed on minorities. ... The hope of a better world free of harassment and discrimination because a person was different kept him motivated. ... That means that gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender people can be fired for their sexual orientation in 36 states in this country. ... Not for race, sex, size, wealth or sexual orien...

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