Official /r/mylittlepony Moderator Stance on LGBT Issues, Rights, and Representation
In light of recent events, it seems appropriate to make a public statement regarding how we, the moderators, stand on the issue of LGBT rights and representation. This will be broken down into both our personal feelings as a whole, as well as how we see the topic in direct relation to the subreddit.
First and most importantly, the /r/mylittlepony mod team gives their unconditional, total support to LGBT people and their challenges. I, myself, am bisexual, and I am not the only LGBT member of the modteam. Those that are not, still stand alongside LGBT people and their rights to live and love as they choose without the fear of ridicule, persecution, or threats.
As far as we are concerned, there is no debate to be had. Either you are in support of LGBT equality, or you are wrong. There is no valid justification for your opinions and no explanation that would make you right. We have no desire to engage with you.
As far as this subreddit is concerned, we wholeheartedly believe that this place should be welcoming to all people and that very much includes the LGBT community. They should feel comfortable and able to be themselves, and we will ensure that nobody is allowed to be attacked because of who they are. If you feel that "being yourself" means you are free to try and hurt people you don't like, remember that any freedom you have will end when it starts infringing on the rights of others.
At the same time, we want this sub to be free from the political and social drama-magnets that plague all other forms of social media. We already have a hard ban on arguing about politics or religion in this sub, and by extension we do not want this place to become a venue for fighting over social issues. There is nothing to be gained from it, and it is not welcome in a subreddit dedicated to cartoon pastel ponies.
If you believe that our stance on this issue means you cannot or do not wish to be a part of this subreddit, then by all means you are welcome to unsubscribe. You may use this thread to respond if you wish, but we will maintain the stance that this subreddit is not a venue for arguing these matters and you should expect any comments to be removed if they try to do so.
Submitted June 18, 2019 at 12:03PM by Lankygit
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