Aloha. In my past, I said and believed things that were wrong, and worse, hurtful to people in the LGBTQ+ community and their loved ones. I’m deeply sorry for having said and believed them.https://youtu.be/eLb3KVBErig
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But I also grew up in a socially conservative household, where I was raised to believe that marriage should only be between a man and a woman. For a period of my life I didn’t see the contradiction in those beliefs.
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While many Americans may relate to growing up in a conservative home, my story is a little different because my father was very outspoken. He was an activist who was fighting against gay rights and marriage equality in Hawaii – and at that time, I forcefully defended him.
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But over the years, I formed my own opinions based on my life experience that changed my views – at a personal level in having aloha, love, for all people, and ensuring that every American, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, is treated equally under the law.
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I look forward to being able to share more of my story and experiences growing up – not as an excuse, but in the hopes that it may inspire others to truly live aloha; to love and care for others.
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When we deny LGBTQ+ people the basic rights that exist for every American, we are denying their humanity - denying that they are equal. We are also creating a dangerous environment that breeds discrimination and violence.
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When we divide people based on who they are or who they love, all we are doing is adding fuel to the flames that perpetuate bigotry and hatred.
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I’m so grateful to my friends and loved ones, both gay and straight, who patiently helped me see how my past positions on these issues were at odds with my values, my aloha, and that they were causing people harm.
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I regret the role I played in causing such pain, and I remain committed to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. You can learn more about my legislative record here:https://www.tulsigabbard.org/tulsi-gabbard-on-lgbt …
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I grew up in a conservative household, and I WAS MORE OUTSPOKEN. You think it was easy to come out as someone from Hawaii where the military toxic masculinity culture and Jesus freaks rule where a once proud Kingdom stood??? Words mean sh|t to me and your people.
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Oooh, throwing daddy under the bus...dunno if that's such a good look.
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How do we know, as President, if you will be influenced by growing up in a conservative household? It’s a pretty convenient that you have changed your position. What changed your mind about this issue? And how will you ensure you will defend progressive values?
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Gee this is quite concerning. You're so easily manipulated by those close to you that you're willing to hurt a group of people who never did anything to you. That is the type of weak mentality in the White House is that gets us into two multi trillion dollar wars.
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Ouch, you just threw your dad under the bus for a few votes. I hope politics was worth it. Not me, love my pops and my family, wouldn’t make that trade.
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