Are jokes told at the expense of the LGBT community OK in a public forum?

“No. It’s already a sensitive subject that causes people a lot of strife. It’s all about the Golden Rule: Treat others as you would want to be treated. Or as we learned in kindergarten: If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.”

“No. Anything offensive about the LGBT community should be censored. It’s that important of an issue. Jokes about the LGBT community can contribute to suicide, cause emotional damage and incite violence. It’s nothing to laugh about.”

“I’m against censorship, so yes, the jokes should be permitted. But be prepared for re-percussions. Just as racial minorities would be justified in protesting a racist joke, the LGBT community is totally justified in protesting a joke told at their expense.”

“Yes. But I think the LGBT community should have more confidence in themselves. Don’t be bothered by these jokes. You can’t change other people’s behavior. Instead, focus on becoming more confident in yourself, because there’s nothing wrong with you. Actually, it’s totally cool to be LGBT.”