Credit to Donald Trump, LGBT’ is over. Someone Tell the BBC

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It may come as a surprise to those under 30, but there was a time when the term “LGBT” did not exist. In the late 1990s, university groups dedicated to sexuality were simply known as “LGB Societies.” The acronym was clear and specific—standing for lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals. The idea of adding a “T” was unheard of because sexuality and gender identity were seen as entirely separate matters.  

 

Had someone asked why “transgender” wasn’t included, they likely would have been directed elsewhere. “LGB” referred to sexual orientation, while being transgender was about gender identity—two fundamentally different concepts. The idea of combining them, at the time, would have seemed as odd as grouping trainspotters with those fighting for gay rights. It wasn’t about exclusion but rather about logic.  

 

Over time, however, this distinction blurred. Activists pushed for the inclusion of transgender identity under the same umbrella as sexual orientation, effectively merging the two in the public consciousness. The shift wasn’t accidental—it was a strategic move. The argument was that since most people already supported gay rights, they should naturally extend that support to transgender activism as well. The phrase “No LGB without the T” became a rallying cry, reinforcing the idea that the movements were inherently linked.

 

This notion suggested that gay rights had only been achieved through the efforts of trans activists, and therefore, the gay community owed unwavering support to the trans cause, whether that meant backing gender self-identification laws, medical treatments for minors, or changes in women’s sports.  

 

But now, the tide appears to be turning. The U.S. government under Donald Trump officially stopped using the term “LGBT,” reverting instead to “LGB” in official documents. The State Department, for example, provides travel advice specifically for “LGB travellers” rather than using longer, more encompassing acronyms. This makes sense when considering that the guidance pertains to countries where homosexuality is illegal—gender identity is simply not relevant in that context.  

 

Despite this shift in some areas, certain institutions remain committed to the broader term. Schools in the UK continue to promote “LGBT History Month,” sometimes introducing children as young as 11 to films advocating for medical interventions such as cross-sex hormones and chest binders.

 

Meanwhile, the BBC still adheres to strict language policies. In a recent case involving a rapist who identified as “non-binary,” the national broadcaster respected the perpetrator’s chosen pronouns of “they/them” while reporting on the crime. The decision to prioritize an offender’s self-identification over the reality of their actions raises questions about where societal priorities lie.  

 

The day institutions like the BBC acknowledge that gender identity and sexual orientation are separate issues may signal a return to common sense. Until then, the debate over language and categorization will continue to reflect broader ideological battles over identity, rights, and the shifting boundaries of activism.

 

Based on a report by Daily Telegraph 2025-02-08

 

 

[Jingthing]

First they came for the transgenders

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Divide and conquer.

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20 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

First they came for the transgenders

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Divide and conquer.

 

What amuses me is that no matter what title / acronym people use the fact is that gay people exist and in much bigger numbers than most realize, world wide. 

 

Trump and his gang seem to be hoping they can rid the USA of homosexual people in the military, in government and in daily life. They just show their ignorance.

 

Also in the 'mix' is that folks like trump, and all in his party, just don't know who might be gay in their family, their company, amongst their friends, this generation, previous generations or next generation, whether out or not out, and probably in their ignorance have never thought about it.  

 

Changing the acronym back to a previous version is also showing their ignorance.