Where I have said this?? You're putting words in my mouth now.
You said:
It sounds like you're concerned that by learning about LGTBQ stuff (i.e. the rainbow agenda) that they'll be forced into some sexual orientation. And, I agree that you can't make someone gay or straight. So, the question here is, why does learning about LGBTQ stuff bother you so much? I mean, they don't learn anything that isn't age appropriate (like, they aren't taught what a bottom is or how to scissor), but they might learn that even people who have different love interests are still worthy of our respect. Is that what bothers you about all of this?
For the simple reason that I wouldnt want my kids exposed to this type of stuff at an early age. If you wanna devote a few hours of classtime to teach that not everyone is heterosexual then I'm ok with that, but wait until they reach age of consent (which is 16 in Canada)
You don't think they'll see gay relationships or have questions about them before the age of 16? And for those who are confused by their orientation, do you want to deny them knowledge of what is going on and why it's alright? I mean, that's the system we had for a LOOOONG time, one where "sexual deviations" like homosexuality were ignored or called evil. We've seen thousands of closeted people suffer in silence because they were not comfortable being themselves. Think of all those kids who were bullied or killed themselves. There are gay people in the world and ignoring it doesn't help anyone. And, just to be clear, they don't teach kids the ins and outs of gay sex. They are not taught that gays are superior to straight folks, or anything stupid like that. It's all about the fact that there are different people out there, and not to treat them badly because of who they love.
What if a school child was of the Christian or Muslim faith, and LGBQT lifestyle goes against their values, do you still think LGBQT should be pushed on them, or do they have the right to not want to be subjected to it??
How waiving a rainbow flag pushing anything on anyone. How could teaching children tolerance be a bad thing.
I don't think learning about something is pushing it on them. I mean, there are gay christians and muslims. And not all christians and muslim are anti-gay. But by that logic, teaching these people that women have equal rights could also be an affront to their faith...Or that other religions exist and that is acceptable....Where would you draw the line?
How is it not pushing on anyone??
Why not. Is learning about other religions or cultures a bad thing? You seem to be confusion teaching and proselytizing.
That is all they teach.
What is this 'agenda' you claim exists?
You need to learn about the Charter of Canada. Pay special attention to the bolded part:
LoL. As it happens I know quite a lot about the charter. You need to get a dictionary and look up the definition of coercion.You need to learn about the Charter of Canada. Pay special attention to the bolded part:
I went to a catholic school. Due to a constitutional quirk, it is publicly funded. Should it continue to exist? Not really. I think religion should be taught to children, but not about converting or joining any of them. Should they learn about Jesus, Mohammad and Buddha? Yes. Should they learn parts of the religion so they have a better understanding of the world and what is causing things to happen? Yes. Should they be told that one religion is better than the other an they should get baptized or convert? Fuck no. That is a personal choice. Yes, our parents might raise us in a particular faith, but at a certain point you decide if that is right for you.
I'm fine with all that but wait until the child is 16 years old.
