Linda P. Harvey

In the following viewpoint Linda P. Harvey argues that teaching students about homosexuality in schools exposes children to a risky and unhealthy lifestyle. She contends that homosexual advocacy groups claim to promote a safe environment for homosexual students at school. In reality, in Harvey’s opinion, homosexual activists strive to eliminate all opposition to homosexuality in schools, thereby silencing traditional viewpoints. Harvey is president of Choice For Truth, an organization dedicated to fighting pro-choice and pro-homosexual sentiment in society.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. What are two erroneous assumptions made by homosexual activists, according to Harvey?
2. What messages do students get when educators pair gay issues with genuine civil rights issues, in the author’s opinion?
3. As stated by the author, what punishment does GLSEN recommend for children...