A series of cases of homophobia against adolescents in the United States — one of which resulted in the suicide of a student at Rutgers University — has launched a campaign in the United States aiming to prevent more tragedies like this. It is called “It Gets Better,” and the movement brings together videos on YouTube recorded by religious figures, artists and regular people who invite gay youth to overcome bullying and move forward. The movement gained force when Secretary of State Hillary Clinton gave her testimony.
In her video, Hillary says she is grateful for the help she receives from her homosexual advisors and celebrates the spirit of liberty in the United States: “It wasn’t long ago that these men and women were not able to serve openly, but now they can because it has got better, and it will get better for you.”
Update: President Barack Obama has also joined the campaign. The video in which he asks for homosexual youths harassed in schools to have patience and strength can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geyAFbSDPVk&feature=player_embedded
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