User:Tns328765/Oppression/Homophobia

Another form of oppression is Homophobia: prejudice against gay and lesbian individuals. This process involves when there is a "continuing persecution and suppression of homosexuality." The majority of the views surrounding homophobia and gay representation have been able to be mended by an increase of gay representation within the 21st century. Shows such as Queer as Folk which began showing graphic and genuine depictions of gay men proved how drastic "the influence of of visual media in shaping attitudes." The negative stereotypes around gay men have been able to be relieved by even more representation, however, more work still needs to be done to mend this form of oppression.