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Saying it gets better may work for a little bullying. Telling a transgender teen that "it gets better" is an obvious lie.

• joshstrange 12y ago
  How about saying "It gets better" to a gay/lesbian kid? (Real question, I'd like to hear your thoughts on it)
  • DasIch 12y ago
    At least in the western world, I think that's significantly less of a problem as much more progress has been made for example when it comes to marriage or representation in the media. It also appears that "peak resistance" has been overcome and further progress is inevitable. Even so it has to be taken with a grain of salt. Everyone can escape school, escaping a country, state or just city for a more accepting environment is a lot more difficult.
    • joshstrange 12y ago
      While I 100% agree that gays/lesbians have it "easier" than trans I wouldn't come close to acting like it's no longer an issue. Trans rights still have quite a way to go but I really do believe that it will get better. It's not going to happen overnight but I do believe it will happen so I don't consider it "an obvious lie". Thanks for the response!