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Okay. Then don't gay there. Just because something is socially acceptable in one culture doesn't mean that it is socially acceptable in all cultures.

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While I would concur for any behavior (e.g. drinking), you don't really have a choice with being homosexual. Just don't be left-handed?

Then the must face whatever punishment that society deems suitable for them if they are a part of it. It may seem unfair to that person, but it is considered to be for the greater good of people.

Okay, so our society here has decided that people who espouse your view need to immediately commit suicide or be killed by torturous methods that take days. It's the law.

Now follow the law.

See, that's fucked up isn't it?

"Don't be Black or Asian or a woman because in some countries that's not acceptable." Do you see how silly you sound? (I leave open the possibility that you are not silly and instead just an asshole or a bigot.)

>Don't be Black or Asian or a woman because in some countries that's not acceptable.

You don't need to follow the laws of every country at all times. I am sure I have broken plenty of Chineese laws, but that's okay because I don't live in China.

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