Comedy Quote by Bill Hicks
“Let me tell you about gays in the military. I don't want any gay people hanging around me while I'm killing kids. I just don't want to see it.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up comedy routine, 1995
The comedian expresses strong opposition to gay individuals serving in the military, using coarse language.
In simple terms: Opposes gay military members.
Key Takeaway
Question prejudice.
Themes
prejudice
military
sexual orientation
Mood
provocative
controversial
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- military service
- civil rights debates
Key Concepts
social commentary
homophobia
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you hold this view?
- How does language affect persuasion?
A Different Perspective
Relies on shock value, may alienate audiences.
![“Isn't the Democratic Party the official SODOMIZER PROTECTION ASSOCIATION of AMERICA -- oh, I forgot, it was just an accident that Clintoon's[sic] first act in office was to promote "gays in the military." RAGHEADS are Boy-Bumpers as clearly as they are Women-Haters -- it all goes together.” quote by Jerome Corsi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/812/jerome-corsi-46733_accidents_isn-t-the-democratic-party-the-official_453526.jpg)
![“I'll smoke, I'll cough, I'll get the tumors, I'll die, deal? Thank you America. [salutes]” quote by Bill Hicks](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3d2/bill-hicks-970_america_i-ll-smoke-i-ll-cough-i-ll-get-the-tumor_655.jpg)
