Fact checking LGBTQ hate

LGBTQ hate flyer

Picked up from this reddit post from u/knock_his_block_off. Here we factcheck the claims made.

  1. Population Percentage: The claim that gays make up 1% of the population is a significant underestimation. Research suggests that approximately 4.5% of the U.S. adult population identifies as LGBTQ​ (HIV.gov)​​ (Cambridge University Press & Assessment)​.
  2. Child Molesters: The statement that 33% of child molesters are gay is unfounded and harmful. Studies have shown that the vast majority of child sexual abusers are heterosexual men​ (Cambridge University Press & Assessment)​​ (RAINN)​.
  3. HIV/AIDS: It is true that men who have sex with men (MSM) are disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS. In the U.S., MSM account for about 70% of new HIV infections​ (HIV.gov)​. However, attributing HIV solely to being gay overlooks many factors including access to healthcare and preventive measures.
  4. Sexual Diseases: The claim that 78% of gays have sexual diseases is a gross exaggeration without a basis in credible statistics.
  5. Lifespan: The assertion that gay people have lifespans 20 years shorter than normal is not supported by reputable research. Factors affecting health outcomes are complex and include social determinants like stigma and discrimination, which negatively impact mental and physical health​ (HIV.gov)​.
  6. Number of Partners: The statement that 28% of gay men have had 200 partners or more is an extreme generalization and not representative of the broader gay community.
  7. Child Sexual Abuse by Lesbian Mothers: The claim that 23% of children with lesbian mothers are sexually molested is baseless. Studies do not support the notion that children of lesbian parents are more likely to be abused than those of heterosexual parents​ (RAINN)​.
  8. Mental Health and Suicide: LGBTQ individuals do face higher rates of mental health issues and suicide, often as a result of discrimination, stigma, and lack of support​ (World Health Organization)​​ (RAINN)​.
  9. Homosexuality and Health Risks: Comparing homosexuality to smoking or obesity in terms of health risks is misleading and scientifically inaccurate.