* I’ve heard gay men be snarky about lesbians.
* I’ve seen lines drawn and distinctions made between "types" of lesbians or gay men.
* I’ve noticed confusion and prejudice about transgenderism.
* As a bisexual, I’ve personally been the target of discrimination and hurtful remarks from "strictly gay" folks.

Why do we do this to each other? Why are there these prejudices? I’m asking honestly, because I feel that a community that so greatly and so often suffers the slings and arrows of straight society ought to be as nurturing and protective of all its members as possible, rather than causing further hurt and harm.

So, to the gays and lesbians out there, what are your personal experiences that pertain to my concerns? Why do so many of you dislike bisexuality, or even any orientation other than your own? Have you had unpleasant experiences that are related, or is it simply a prejudice that has been passed along?

I will admit that for personal reasons, I’m particularly curious about the disdain and disregard with which many bisexuals are treated by the lesbian and gay community. We do feel left out, folks… what have we done to offend, and why can’t we all just get along, eh?

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