In an interview with Attitude magazine, Dan Radcliffe revealed that he will be voting Liberal Democrat in the next general election.
"I rather like Nick Clegg. At the next election I will almost certainly vote Lib Dem.
"If all the people who liked them voted for them you could change politics overnight and we could have a proper three-party system," he added.
He also discussed his loathing for homophobia:
"I grew up around gay people entirely. I was the only child in my class who had any experience of homosexuality or anything like that."
Read the BBC's report of the interview here and check out magazine scans here thanks to DanRadcliffe.com.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:05:24
hmm thats not really important. its his view and he has his right. didnt really understand what he said entirely though....
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:06:50
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:09:32
I love Dan! Im a liberal democrat too and I completely agree about homophobia. Everyone deserves the same rights regardless of their sexuality, race, sex, or social status.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:11:54
Hmmm. I wonder what mugglenets bias is... *rolls eyes* please dont make the ONE thing I escape to, political. Harry Potter is like the only thing that isnt shoving biases political views down my throat. PS. Im not homophobic. I live by San Francisco. Enough said. Im just tired of peoples view of liberalism being the "good side." both sides are corrupt. Ok.. that;s my rant for the day. Sorry... this article just kinda ticked me off because of the associating politics with the one thing I use to get AWAY from politics...
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:13:52
I totally agree with him. Sadly, most countries nowadays are mainly divided in two parties which dont cover all the expectations at all; I wish we could have at least a proper three-party system too.
In fact, Im doing the same as him, Im also voting the liberal democrat party of my country and Im proud of it.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:15:33
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:15:52
I doubt MuggleNet is going political here. My guess is its just something that has news to do with Harry Potter (loosely) so therefore its posted here. Frankly I dont care what anyones political views are, but it is good that Dan has talked about the issue of homophobia. Speaking personally as a...well I suppose really bisexual would be the best word, homophobia is something I deal with on a daily basis. It doesnt matter if its genetic or a choice, but why should gay people get any less rights than regular people? Okay the political discussion from me is over now. The interesting question is, what does Dan mean when he says he has experience with homosexuality? Seriously though, good job to Dan.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:16:10
ginmo, dude. or dudette. Im sorry, but you live in a world where you simply cannot escape politics. Do you not understand the political side of Harry Potter itself? Its pretty dang important. Btw, Dan is awesome for speaking out against Homophobia. It is wrong.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:20:55
He says he likes Nick Clegg, but hes not different from Cameron, who in turn is no different from Blair. Argh, I hate British politicians right now. Also, theres no true left party or anything.
Good one Dan for actually giving a darn about Politics, and yay for speaking out again homophobia :)
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:25:27
haha i love how everyones written a long and well thought out reply to this, and the Tengent has just wrote "Good man." love it. :)
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:34:17
3-2-1....
Im still waiting for a bunch of little Potter kiddies to start flipping out and assuming that Daniel is a gay.
On a side note, it was good of Daniel to speak out against homophobia. In a world of intolerance it takes a brave man to speak up.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:34:36
HOORAY for Dan and his open mind! =]
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:36:56
Politics is the base in any country, place or person. So if you have an opinion you need to tell it. Good for Daniel to express his opinion and point of view, but we need to remember that each person may be with us or againist us and we need to respect the opinion too.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:37:08
Thankfully, so far it only seems that one person has said they hope hes gay on this comment list. Why is it that people tend to think that anyone who speaks out against homophobia is gay? Though I am surprised Greg that more people here havent made that speculation yet.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 12:57:24
This is very good to hear. I agree with Greg that Dan is truly brave to express his views about homophobia.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 13:02:41
I think that it is great that Dan is openly discussing his views.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 13:31:50
Oh Dan, you should have kept your mouth shut lol But it could be worse, he could be a Tory. The whole thing was really funny because the newspapers printed the headline, "Dan Radcliffe makes brave admission in Gay Magazine" and then printed that hed said that he was a Lib Dem supporter below. For those that dont know, thats funny because the Lib Dems are something of a joke.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 13:39:49
Good for Dan for speaking out...I think everyone has a right to their own opinion and should definitely be able to share it with others (without the fear of being trashed!)...I personally share a differing opinion from Dans because I believe homosexuality is immoral BUT I also agree with him and many others that homosexuals should not be treated any differently than any other members of society...homophobia is stupid and I dont see why anyone would be "afraid" of gay people (because that is what the term homophobia means)...I think it just makes people uncomfortable, but hey, its not their life...I dont agree with their lifestyle but I still love everyone the same :)
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 13:47:39
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 13:55:49
My respect for Dan just doubled. I hate when people say they dont agree with the "gay lifestyle". What are you even talking about when you say that? You dont agree with love? There is no "gay lifestyle" just like there is no straight lifestyle that applies to everyone. Also, homophobia is used incorrectly most of the time. People who one would call "homophobic" most likely dont have an intense fear of homosexuality. The word youre looking for is heterosexism.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 13:58:44
YAY! I love dan, as a person. BUT, what? What homosexual experiences has he had, any good ones. Hey Dan, Ill give you a homosexual experience! LOL, mmmmmm
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:04:16
My respect for Dan has officially INCREASED not only as an actor but a person as well. While it depends on countries and their own surroundings on polictical views I for one think its important to be void of homophobia. Having hate or fear of sexuality or anything in this world that we as individual humans may value in ourselves or another is complete foolishness, after all what does it solve?
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:36:18
@ginmo: I agree. To be completely honest...Im a liberal democratic republican independent. I dont understand why there are separate parties with separate views when everyones main focus should be on making the country better and all around equality. But one of the things I love about Harry Potter is that it opens up the discussion of so many different topics and politics is definitely one of them.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:52:57
im glad that Dan felt comfortable enough to say he had experience(s)......i think thats cool!
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:53:33
im glad that Dan felt comfortable enough to say he had experience(s)......i think thats cool!
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:53:56
Its unfortunate that hes a liberal democrat, but what are you going to do? Also, this kind of story shows that MuggleNet is really desperate for stories - I mean, this is a VERY large stretch of being Harry Potter related. Obviously, with the books done, there isnt going to be much news for them, but I still think this kind of story should be avoided.
"I was the only child in my class who had any experience of homosexuality or anything like that." - Im pretty interested to know if hes getting at something with that.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:54:29
im glad that Dan felt comfortable enough to say he had experience(s)......i think thats cool!
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 14:54:31
im glad that Dan felt comfortable enough to say he had experience(s)......i think thats cool!
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 15:05:04
I think it is not good for Dan to engage himself with politics.Using words like homophobia, new labour and Lib Dem seems improper for his place in the society.He has full right and ability to vote,but I think it is personal choice and something that cannot be verified.So it looks like he advertises the Liberal Democracy,rather than shows his opinion.I dont know how has he been rised,but I would not like to know the particular role of the gay people in his life now and before.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 15:07:44
I think it is not good for Dan to engage himself with politics.Using words like homophobia, new labour and Lib Dem seems improper for his place in the society.He has full right and ability to vote,but I think it is personal choice and something that cannot be verified.So it looks like he advertises the Liberal Democracy,rather than shows his opinion.I dont know how has he been rised,but I would not like to know the particular role of the gay people in his life now and before.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 15:19:55
Oh well i dont like his opinion but but then again i dont know who this Nick Clegg is. Bat thats probably becuase i live in the USA and not UK.Oh well its not 2 much of a surprise 2 me, most actors r liberals. But thats why I also like ppl like Bruce Willis Clint eastwood and jon voight.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 15:31:38
Oh well i dont like his opinion but but then again i dont know who this Nick Clegg is. Bat thats probably becuase i live in the USA and not UK.Oh well its not 2 much of a surprise 2 me, most actors r liberals. But thats why I also like ppl like Bruce Willis Clint eastwood and jon voight.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 15:38:03
I used to be where a lot of you are in regards to homosexuality. Then about 15 years ago I discovered that most of my gay friends were messed up in someway or another. An ability to wholly function in society was the exception rather than the norm.
About being born gay....Heres one of the above examples. A woman I know struggled with peer relationshps as a child and was in constant battle with the aunt raising her. She left the house at eighteen and her attraction to women LESSENED CONSIDERABLY as she developed more respect for her "maternal figure" when the adult world got hard. Then she discovered she had an illness that caused (among many more serious health problems) and overproduction of MALE HORMONES. She was treated and now (gasp!) has a steady boyfriend. Homosexuality is not normal whether caused by genetic, physical or psychological factors.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 15:53:07
well if the above comment is an example of normal im EXTRMELY proud to be queer!
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 16:37:31
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 16:55:50
To me, this article belongs on maybe a Dan Radcliffe fansite, not a Harry Potter fansite. Its fine for him to speak out, though personally I dont agree. As long as he doesnt get too political, its fine with me! Still, this article is too loosely related to Harry Potter for me to be on here.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 17:02:18
that could change some peoples dicisions i dont live in the UK though.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 18:38:51
hahaha. well i guess we know why hes so close to dumbledore... :)
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 18:44:08
People are allowed to express their opinion. Period. Dan is a person. Therefore its fine that he express his opinion, actor or not. And I agree with him. People who say its not normal (uncommon, maybe, but still normal) or that its immoral frankly dont have enough first-hand experience to know what theyre talking about. I know. Im bi. And its no more of a "lifestyle" than being straight is a "lifestyle." Its a detail of who you are, no more, no less, and its ridiculous that narrow-minded people make it out to be a matter of importance.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 19:11:29
Everyone has a right to feel the way they feel about anything and should not be judged in an negative way. As far as normal goes, what is normal? Is it what "society" considers normal, or the mass amount of religions consider normal, or the many different types of governments around the world consider normal? Please enlighten us on what is considered normal and what is considered abnormal...
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 19:37:58
Oh, now hes really gone and done it! :) Well, heres my two cents: as a heterosexual female, whats it to me if a guy is gay? Whats it to me if a woman is a lesbian? People who think that homosexual, bisexual, transgender, etc. folks are some kind of threat are just thinking the way theyve been taught to think by narrow-minded, backwards people. Those who know what they are and are comfortable with it should not feel threatened in any way towards someone who has a different sexual orientation. Id like to ask any straight man on here who has a problem with gay men to give a logical explanation as to why you have a problem with homosexual men. And please dont give me the same tired, sad excuses that "homosexuality is immoral and blah blah blah..." because I for one dont believe that at all. In fact, it is my belief that everyone who thinks that way will find out the truth when they die and go wherever. I refuse to believe in a god who doesnt love homosexuals just the way they are. In fact, I refuse to believe in a god who doesnt love EVERYONE EQUALLY.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 19:50:54
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-27 22:32:13
hpfan10 - Theyre not depsarate, they just wanted to shove it peoples faces that Dan is going liberal. Thats how liberals work... Again, IM INDEPENDENT (not homophobe either, Im for gay marriage) lol. Im neither but I noticed this more in liberalism. Liberals are more in-your-face. And I know thats the reason why theyre doing it or else the title would have been something like "Dan speaks out against homophobia" or something instead of "Dan to vote Liberal Democrat" see the difference? ;) I know how the mind functions pretty dang well... and of COURSE I see the political signifigance in HP but its FICTIONAL. I dont give a rats butt what politics happen in HP even it can relate to RL because it still is not RL. And honestly.. most of the politics in HP are from like WW2 times.. nothing is strongly pointed thats really relatable to now-a-days. But I could be wrong. Anyway, its fictional.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 00:06:20
im glad to see there a only 3 or 4 homophobic idiots in this board.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 00:58:58
Daniel is absolutely the most charming actor of my generation. Gay, straight, bi, who wouldnt love him?
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 01:22:50
Me too, Vipertooth23. Im very surprised.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 01:48:43
ginmo...please tell me you were being facetious when you said that you turned to Harry Potter to ESCAPE politics...especially considering the Harry Potter series is one of the most politically charged book series in current popularity, written very obviously from a liberal standpoint.
And Dan....good man indeed. Smart, witty, good man.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 02:34:53
What does this have anything to do with Potter, the movies or the books? Its just a story about Dans personal views. He does have a life outside of the movies, you know. And he is entitled to his own opinions. Why would his views have any reflection on Potter in any way? It doesnt, so unknot the kneckers and relax. Most actors tend to be liveral in their views and Dan is one of them. Thats it. Just because its his personal views doesnt mean its going to convert anyone to their philosophy any more than it effecting his portrayal of Potter.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 02:41:21
Dan is NOT Gay. Hes been with his girlfriend, Laura OToole, for 2 years. He just said that in another interview.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 02:47:49
And why are people saying this article doesnt belong a HARRY POTTER WEBSITE?!! Daniel Radcliffe plays freakin HARRY POTTER! Where else does this article belong.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 03:54:59
lol! it was a good read!
http://www.hetalcb .dragonadopters.com/drago n_174863
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 09:06:05
I approve. xD
And yay for anti-homophobia.
I hate those morons who think its wrong to have a different preference as to who they find attractive.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 15:57:27
Ive had it with politics. Seriously, the state of things is just beyond annoying now. The justice system, raising prices, and God, need I mention all that mess with MPs using tax payers money to furnish their own homes?! I dont know who to vote for any more, theyre all as bad as one another. All I know is, I aint voting Labour.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 17:31:31
I cant believe that he would say something like that out in the public but as most celeberities I guess he doesnt care about people knowing everything about his personal life......
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 17:34:40
Whoa, wait a minute. Dan gets a pat on the back from all of you for STATING HIS PERSONAL VIEWPOINTS? I do that to, yet nobody says, "oh, good for you, Why_Lime, it is so refreshing to see you giving your liberal viewpoints. I am so proud that you arent scared of homosexuals." its almost like you are his parents and are so happy that you raised him to see politics your way. quite frankly, politics isnt a game like that. you dont just see how many people you can get to see things your way and not the other partys "wrong way".
now dont get me wrong, I think Dan is a fantastic actor, not to mention good-looking to boot. Im just saying that there are lots of other people who share his same views, and the only reason you are smiling down on him for it is because he is famous.
Personally, I dont share in his views. I also will be eligible to vote when the next general election comes around in America, and if you dont mind me sharing my opinions too, I will be voting conservatively Republican, if any of you care.
To each his own, I suppose.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 18:30:14
Why_Lime...I feel so sad for you. Its shame that one so young is going to vote Republican. I actually voted Republican once. I havent done it since. I just dont understand how any self-respecting woman can be a Republican, but oh well. Youre American and therefore entitled to vote as you wish.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 18:38:14
"oh, good for you, Why_Lime, it is so refreshing to see you giving your liberal viewpoints. I am so proud that you arent scared of homosexuals."
Well, technically we cant congratulate you on your liberal viewpoints if theyre not liberal, can we? :P
I tease, I tease. But why do any of us care ANYTHING about what any famous person does/says? Because theyre famous. Maybe not logical or right but it happens.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 18:43:37
GrownUpChick...just because you dont agree with what us "religous people" think doesnt mean that you have to bash us and talk down about our opinion. I stated my opinions earlier without talking down about anyone or anyones belief system, etc., etc. and thats the way we should all be discussing this news (or any news) with each other. And you are obviously not religious (or at least if you are, you go to a crappy church) because if you were, youd be taught that GOD loves EVERYONE EQUALLY...so you saying you refuse to believe in Him because he doesnt, doesnt hold up with me because just because someone is gay doesnt mean God turns His back on them! He loves them just as much as ANYONE else in the world! He loves gay, straight, murderers, robbers (even lawyers, haha little joke sorry)...I believe and have been taught by my "narrow minded and backwards" people as you called them that even if someone is gay, they can still accept Jesus Christ into their hearts and be completely saved just as anyone else can...do I think its moral or "normal" (for want of a better word, sorry) to be gay...no, I do not, but that doesnt mean I look down on anyone that is gay, bi, lesbian, anything...I love everyone equally and everyone is equal in my eyes (and in Gods) and if you meet a Christian who acts differently then please smack them in the face and tell them that they obviously need to get right with God themselves, because He is a God of Love and if we are to follow Him, we MUST show love to everyone....anyways, sorry but what you said really bothered me because I hate when people stereotype Christians (or republicans for that matter) as being completely obnoxious and total jerks and "narrow minded" and "backwards" because it is simply NOT TRUE.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 18:51:34
Oh, good for you, Dan, it is so refreshing to see you giving your liberal viewpoints. I am so proud that you arent scared of homosexuals.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 22:09:23
Dans a good man. All politics aside, homophobia is just plain ugly (as is all hate).
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-28 22:19:14
Very interesting when people on the left of the political spectrum talk about how much they loathe opposing points of view, or even better, when they talk about how much they loathe the people who hold those views. Of course it sounds like Danny-boy has a bit more class than some empty Hollywood suits, from the article it sounds like he is keeping his loathing to the notion of homophobia, rather than extending it to the people who disapprove of homosexuality.
Some people think that they can simply cure hate with more hate. And as much as I *hate* to say it, it simply doesnt work that way. Hopefully the article accurately reflects his views, and Danny-boy isnt the type to fight fire with fire.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 02:13:51
Hermy27- ....you boviously did not read my second comment. lol. I said that the politics in HP dont bother me because theyre F A K E!!!! and like 99% of them are based off of WW2 times. And even if stuff did relate to stuff in RL, it still would not bother me because its still FAKE.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 02:25:33
GrownUpChick- Wow... you are the perfect exmaple as to what I was saying earlier about how Im extremely tired of the people viewing liberalism as being "the good side." I live in one of the most liberal areas in the world so I definitely know how these people work and function. I am in no way Republican (besides like.. one issue) but this is why I REFUSE to allign myself with the Democratic party... its because idiots like you are representing it and classifying it as the good side where as the other side is the evil side. Thats whats starts civil wars, FYI. And hmm... I thought liberals were all about tolerence and the right to hold different opinions? Pretty hypocritical if you ask me. There is no "good" or "bad" in politics because its all OPINIONS. And every party is corrupt in some way so no, you liberal side isnt saintly.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 04:08:23
It makes me laugh how if people are against gay marriage they are "homophobic". I do not agree with it but it does not mean i am "homophobic"
Also, please dont call me or anyone else who holds my beliefs "narrow minded." You have no idea why any of us hold those beliefs and most of the people saying those things are too closed minded to try to understand.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 14:43:19
I USED TO BE WHERE MANY OF YOU ARE IN REGARDS TO HOMOSEXUALITY. I reprinted my first sentence in all caps because I think some of you missed it. I want to apologize for my REALLY
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 15:32:58
Wow, an actor whos liberal? Thats original! *Rolls eyes* I cannot believe people say that they have more respect for him now for speaking out that hes liberal. People dont get shot down when they say they loathe homophobia.... people get shot down in this world for saying they think marriage should be between a man and a woman, like Miss California. THATS someone who has real courage.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 15:37:04
Oops! Id blame my computer for my incomplete message but it was probably "operator error". lol ...Anyway, as I was saying...."not normal" was a bad choice of words considering I think normal is boring. "Unhealthy" is more appropriate. INDEPENDENT studies indicate this to be true. (Theres one in the Winter 2006 issue of SEX AND DISABILITY done by Univ. if Il prof, John Hughes.) I am not homophobic. Like others who have posted, I love homosexuals as fellow human beings. But I also love drug addicts and the mentally ill. That doesnt mean I have to accept their BEHAVIOR....There are theories out there about the possible emotional causes of same sex attraction. Its possible it stems from a strained or absent relationship with the same sex parent and/or peers. So lets look at Dumbledore shall we? (I can hear the hateful comments already!)....He had no friends because he had no equals. So along comes Grindewald and hes completely blown away with emotion. Add this to his absent father in prison and Grindewalds evil, manipulative essence and you have a recipe for overeroticizing something that would have been healthy even if it had stayed friendship. I can hear the responses: "He wouldve been gay even if none of that stuff had happened!" Maybe. Would he have acted on it? I dont think so.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 15:40:02
Oops! Id blame my computer for my incomplete message but it was probably "operator error". lol ...Anyway, as I was saying...."not normal" was a bad choice of words considering I think normal is boring. "Unhealthy" is more appropriate. INDEPENDENT studies indicate this to be true. (Theres one in the Winter 2006 issue of SEX AND DISABILITY done by Univ. if Il prof, John Hughes.) I am not homophobic. Like others who have posted, I love homosexuals as fellow human beings. But I also love drug addicts and the mentally ill. That doesnt mean I have to accept their BEHAVIOR....There are theories out there about the possible emotional causes of same sex attraction. Its possible it stems from a strained or absent relationship with the same sex parent and/or peers. So lets look at Dumbledore shall we? (I can hear the hateful comments already!)....He had no friends because he had no equals. So along comes Grindewald and hes completely blown away with emotion. Add this to his absent father in prison and Grindewalds evil, manipulative essence and you have a recipe for overeroticizing something that would have been unhealthy even if it had stayed friendship. I can hear the responses: "He wouldve been gay even if none of that stuff had happened!" Maybe. Would he have acted on it? I dont think so.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-29 15:42:14
Oops! Id blame my computer for my incomplete message but it was probably "operator error". lol ...Anyway, as I was saying...."not normal" was a bad choice of words considering I think normal is boring. "Unhealthy" is more appropriate. INDEPENDENT studies indicate this to be true. (Theres one in the Winter 2006 issue of SEX AND DISABILITY done by Univ. if Il prof, John Hughes.) I am not homophobic. Like others who have posted, I love homosexuals as fellow human beings. But I also love drug addicts and the mentally ill. That doesnt mean I have to accept their BEHAVIOR....There are theories out there about the possible emotional causes of same sex attraction. Its possible it stems from a strained or absent relationship with the same sex parent and/or peers. So lets look at Dumbledore shall we? (I can hear the hateful comments already!)....He had no friends because he had no equals. So along comes Grindewald and hes completely blown away with emotion. Add this to his absent father in prison and Grindewalds evil, manipulative essence and you have a recipe for overeroticizing something that would have been unhealthy even if it had stayed friendship. I can hear the responses: "He wouldve been gay even if none of that stuff had happened!" Maybe. Would he have acted on it? I dont think so.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 00:59:18
This proves that Daniel Radcliffe is a wanker.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 02:05:19
featherstar1992 - awesome comment
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 02:36:18
If Im like a drug addict because I cant help loving another woman, then were bloody all doomed, arent we? Its love. Love is beautiful. And in response to callmemorgan- "You have no idea why any of us hold those beliefs and most of the people saying those things are too closed minded to try to understand." Quite the contrary. I was in a Facing History class that closely studied forms of social inequality (as well as genocide), their causes, and effects. We read through all of the passages in various Bibles regarding homosexuality and found that they really dont mention it much at all, and when they do, evidence that Gods dislikes homosexuality is thin at best. But did you know that the churchs justification for not allowing black people to get married in the 1800s was that they were created inferior to whites (also justified by a few questionable lines in the Bible), so in Gods eyes, they were unworthy of the sacrament? It was widely believed by white people that to allow blacks to marry would be a mockery of the sacred institution. Sounds familiar.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 07:05:56
callmemorgan if you think that being against gay mariage doesnt make you homophobic then think again. By opposing it you are saying that gay and straight people do not have the same rights.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 07:35:49
On behalf of all conservative Harry Potter fans: Dang! Another one bites the dust. (We still love you Dan!)
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 12:12:55
You know, Im sorry I shared my views with some of you, because they have been not only treated with contempt and sarcasm, but have also been twisted by some of you left-wingers. I happened to just be stating my beliefs. I am entitled to that, and so is everyone else, but I sure thought people would have more respect for that.
Clearly, I was mistaken.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 12:13:12
You know, Im sorry I shared my views with some of you, because they have been not only treated with contempt and sarcasm, but have also been twisted by some of you left-wingers. I happened to just be stating my beliefs. I am entitled to that, and so is everyone else, but I sure thought people would have more respect for that.
Clearly, I was mistaken.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 16:06:18
sam06s2b,
Homophobia: unreasoning fear of or antipathy toward homosexuals and homosexuality.
I am not homophobic because I do not have a fear of gay people. I do not go out of my way to avoid them nor do they disgust me. In fact, my roommate in college was gay and I could have changed that if I wanted to but I didnt! Ive even been to a gay nightclub and had a blast. I do however believe that marriage is a sacrament between a man and a woman. Gay people do have a lot of rights through partnerships and I am all for that. I would have no problem if they had all the same rights as a married couple but I just do not believe it should be called marriage. So please, before calling me or anyone else homophobic, you might want to look up the definition first.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 17:28:59
So sorry to all you folks on here who think Im an idiot because I said I refuse to believe in a god who doesnt love all of us, but you missed my point. I do believe in a god, though not the judgemental one that most religions believe in; the one who expects us to be a certain type of person. If you think my previous posts were bothersome, let me just throw this out there: God, being God, doesnt need to be worshipped. Therefore, it is not necessary to be of a certain religion, or any religion for that matter, or attend any church, etc. If God is all powerful, all-knowing, etc. why would he need us to worship him? Isnt that like saying that God needs his ego stroked? Sorry, but the Christians who always get all the press are the ones who say, "You must be this way or God wont love you and will be mad at you." When a hateful organization, such as the Klu Klux Klan, says they can quote you chapter and verse of the bible where their views are supported its time to take another look, not only at the book but the religion. If there werent any so-called "Christians" spewing hateful things on television and radio then I wouldnt have a problem with any Christians. I know that most are okay people. Ive known many. Its just those holier-than-thou ones who really irritate me and are the biggest threat to democracy.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 22:36:30
StapleSauce....where did you get that name? Its very unique and unique is cool....Anyway, I didnt say you were like a drug addict. Interesting what you read into that because a drug abuser loves his or her drugs. Does that make it healthy? Obviously not all love is beautiful. Erotic love for a member of the same sex is UNHEALTHY. Did you read the article I mentioned in my last post? (Last 3 posts actually since I somehow managed to send the same one 3 times.) I can understand why you or anyone else struggling with same sex attraction would be nervous. It might make you have to look into some uncomfortable places in your past...But do it anyway. Itll help you heal.
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Posted by: - Posted on: 2009-07-30 23:01:27
Thanks for the compliment about my username. It came from an episode of Teen Girl Squad- just a funny internet video series. And I mean no offense, but your views (and the views of the person who wrote that article) come from the perspective of one who has never experienced homosexuality but was raised to believe it is wrong. There are any number of articles I could share where studies have proven that homosexuality is born, not bred. I had a very wholesome, happy childhood and was raised Christian. My biggest torment was when I was scared to death that there was something wrong or evil about me because I felt attracted to other girls. This fear gave me low self esteem, and it only got worse when I tried to ignore or block out my feelings. Now that Im older, Ive embraced who I am and I feel happy and healthy once more, and that is the greatest "healing" Ive ever experienced. My most meaningful, loving, wholesome, and worthwhile romantic relationship was with another woman. I consider myself fortunate that Im bisexual and can experience both homosexuality and heterosexuality. The feelings and love involved are exactly the same. You feel no different, act no different...its liberating to be able to love someone solely for their core soul and character, unconfined by social expectations regarding sex. Such purity of love, to me, is indeed beautiful.
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