Day Without A Gay: Real Americans Say Calling Into Work Gay Affects Companies At “A VERY VOLITILE TIME”!

You might recall today is national Day Without A Gay–the day gay rights activists have asked all Americans to call in to work gay to protest the passing of Proposition 8 anti-gay marriage legislation in California. Unfortunately, the mere fact that we’re typing you this message means we didn’t call in gay, but hey, we have the job of spreading the word!

So, how are real Americans in real red states reacting to this never before seen show of organization from los gays? We took a look at the comments on the Houston Chronicle’s story about real! Houstonians! calling in gay! and while a lot of readers are supportive of the measure, there seems to be some confusion about why protesters are calling in gay.

Kermit45 wrote:
I can’t beiieve no one here knows why people are doing this. It is because of the ignorant claiming that homosexuality is a disease. Therefore, if they are sick, then they are calling in sick. They are trying to make the point that being who they are shouldn’t be considered sick.

Hmmm. We don’t think that’s exactly right. Though it is creative. Leilarose68 seems to be closer to the right answer, in spite of herself.

This is beyond stupid and senseless. It’s their choice to be gay, fine, but they are now forcing it upon others by doing this and ITS PLAIN WRONG…
I hope to see employers FIRE the people (at their discretion) who call in “a gay day”.
CAN I CALL IN A “BLONDE DAY”?
I know, i know, im missing the point my dear gay friend tells me. I GET THE POINT….BUT THIS IS EFFECTING COMPANIES IN A VERY VOLITILE TIME therefore it effects all of us eventually …..by HURTING ALL OF US.
This is just stupid and wrong and thats my story and im sticking to it dammit.

Yes, Leilarose. It is affecting companies at a very “VOLITILE” time in the only place anyone really cares about–the wallet. And that is the point of calling in gay today. To show big business just how many gays and gay supporters affect their bottom line. So, think about it people. And remember, National Day Without A Gay is not just a day for you to stay home and eat Cheetos in your underwear while perusing Manhunt. No! This day was orchestrated to coincide with International Human Rights Day, so those afflicted with gay are encouraged to donate their day to community service. You can search for opportunities in your area here. And just for today, we’ll lower our freak flag in honor of a rainbow one.

Some Houstonians ‘calling in gay’ [Houston Chronicle]
Day Without A Gay [Official Site]