as of 2014, there is slight majority in favor of gay rights, about 53%.
Gay rights first became public in 1969. But it wasn't until the 2000's that gay people started demanding full equal rights.
Although he has campaigned in favour of gay rights, he has not made public his sexuality.
The result was that gay people became part of public perception, leading to more and more rights.
No, as of 2013 John McCain still opposes equality for gay people.
Gays already have constitutional rights. They are fighting for equal rights.
Since the US Constitution says nothing at all about human sexuality, we can infer that gay people have (or should have) the same rights as other citizens.
Yes, the EU will not admit countries that deny some of its citizens basic human rights.
Denying basic civil rights to gay people does not add anything to the public good. However, extending equal civil rights to everyone improves the quality of life for all.
Yes. journalism has always helped the cause of civil rights, but educating the public.
Mitt Romney was a vocal opponent of equal rights for gay people. He is now part of history, and is not in the public eye any more.
They first hit the public eye in 1969 after the Stonewall riots.
"gay conspiracy" is a term used by those who oppose gay rights. It refers to the gay rights movement. These scared bigots believe that there is an organized plot to normalize the lives of some of their fellow citizens who have suffered for a very long time. The bigots do not want this suffering to end.