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“While I have no empirical evidence to back this up, I bet that the number of homosexual people per thousand has not fluctuated all that much over the centuries. I do not believe the dented wisdom my father used to extol, that homosexuality was a sure sign of a civilization in decline.” quote by Henry Rollins
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“While I have no empirical evidence to back this up, I bet that the number of homosexual people per thousand has not fluctuated all that much over the centuries. I do not believe the dented wisdom my father used to extol, that homosexuality was a sure sign of a civilization in decline.”

Henry Rollins

About This Quote

Source Interview: Radio Show, 2019

Challenges the notion that homosexuality signals societal decline, suggesting stability of sexual orientation across history.

In simple terms: Homosexuality is historically stable, not a decline sign.

Key Takeaway

Reject harmful stereotypes.

Themes

social justice history identity

Mood

critical defiant

Type

activist educational

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • educational curricula
  • media representation

Key Concepts

Queer theory sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence counters common myths?
  • How can societies foster acceptance?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice can persist despite evidence.

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