Spoiler Alert. The most popular TV show in America went deep, very deep last night, preaching dignity and respect for every person -- including those who are gay and perceived to be gay. While the theme of respecting those who are different from us is not new on network TV, the idea that many of the most violent homophobes are repressed homosexuals is new, and was surprisingly played out last night. Bottom line: this show and story line had so many moments of grace and empathy for LGBT students that it will surely result in greater social acceptance of gay people -- more powerfully than any paid advertising campaign could do. And it will help the self-image of millions of gay Americans, especially those teens who are struggling to accept themselves and to be accepted.
With deep bow to the show's producers and Fox for helping to change America for the better.
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