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Facebook, the social networking site, was founded

... and then, Hell broke loose.

Facebook reveals Changes to Real Name Policy

Facebook has finally changed their Real Name policy.

If you remember, the changes back in late 2014 made things difficult for LGBTQ users. Many folks threaten to leave FB, but after several meetings and discussions, Facebook released the new policy:

We’re firmly committed to this policy, and it is not changing. However, after hearing feedback from our community, we recognize that it’s also important that this policy works for everyone, especially for communities who are marginalized or face discrimination. That’s why we’re continuing to make improvements in this area.

Today, we will begin to test new tools that address two key goals. First, we want to reduce the number of people who are asked to verify their name on Facebook when they are already using the name people know them by. Second, we want to make it easier for people to confirm their name if necessary. These tools have been built based on many conversations with community leaders and safety organizations around the world.

A new version of names reporting that requires people to provide context
We are introducing a new version of the names reporting process that requires people to provide additional information about why they are reporting a name. In the past, people were able to simply report a “fake name” but now they will be required to go through several new steps that provide us more specifics about the report. This additional context will help our review teams better understand why someone is reporting a name, giving them more information about a specific situation.

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800,000 Folks came out on Facebook Last Year

800,000 people came out as LGBT on Facebook this past year. They released new data to show that not only a lot of people are out but it's growing, here's more:

Over the past year, approximately 800,000 Americans updated their profile to express a same-gender attraction or custom gender. Further, not only has the total number of Americans who have come out on Facebook risen dramatically, but so has the number coming out each day. As the chart demonstrates, the number of people on Facebook coming out per day is on track to be three times what it was a year ago.

This graph also shows periods in which there are sharp increases in the number of people coming out on Facebook. The most obvious increase is seen following the aftermath of the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, indicated by the red vertical line. On a typical day, one out of every ten people who change their “interested in” status on Facebook do so to reflect a same-gender interest. On the day of the Supreme Court ruling, this ratio was double, one out of every five people. Additionally, in the days following the June 26 Supreme Court decision, we saw more than 26 million people display a rainbow filter on their profile picture.

Currently, more than 6 million Americans have come out on Facebook (based on the criteria used in Figure 1). Since we only consider those who have expressed a same-gender attraction or list a custom gender on their Facebook profiles, it is likely that this figure is an underestimate of the total number of “out” Americans. Strikingly, of those who are out on Facebook, approximately 78% made this change to their profile since the beginning of 2012. While this figure may be somewhat conflated by growth in the number of people on Facebook, the sheer magnitude of this increase suggests that the LGBT movement has made significant strides in recent years.

Amazing, right? Despite of the a few setbacks, Kim Davis and hate groups being... Well, hate groups, more people are coming out.

Keep it coming!

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Facebook apologizes to the LGBT community over the Real Name policy, but They're Not Changing It

Read Facebook Chief Product Officer Chris Cox statement

Post by Chris Cox.

Facebook will not Change their policies on Real Names

Several days ago, Facebook decided to drop FB accounts that doesn't use real names. Well, many drag queens were upset about this and demanded FB to back off.

Fast forward a bit to where Facebook met with a group of San Francisco drag queens. Some of us thought Facebook would back down, but guess what? They didn't.

AP reports

Facebook says it temporarily restored hundreds of deleted profiles of self-described drag queens and others, but declined to change a policy requiring account holders to use their real names rather than drag names such as Lil Ms. Hot Mess and Sister Roma.

The company restored the names Wednesday after it met with several drag queens and a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors who object to Facebook's policy. The drag queens say requiring them and others to disclose their real names is unfair and could put jobs, relationships and health at risk.

Facebook said it will keep the accounts active for two weeks so people can decide whether to provide their real names.

Several drag queens and Supervisor David Campos said at a news conference at San Francisco City Hall that they are disappointed that Facebook didn't change its policy after the two sides met for about an hour Wednesday. Campos said Facebook has agreed to another meeting.

I'll be honest, I get it and don't. There are several categories to choose from on FB. I have two accounts, my personal one and the blog. Could they create a fan page on FB? Perhaps switch to Twitter or Instagram? One could argue that you can leave FB if you don't like their policies. You don't have to be on FB, right?

I'm not trying to be difficult, I'm just not sure of the depth of the problem. I understand the issue for the Trans community, but not clear on Drag performers. If someone can explain, please let me know.

Cute LGBT Facebook Messenger Stickers available for Free

Have y'all seen these?

These are messenger stickers set for Pride and they're free!

They can be found at the Sticker Store on Facebook

Facebook Creates New Gender Options for Users

Facebook added a new option piece that allows folks to identify their gender and three preferred pronoun choices: him, her or them. This move is their way of recognizing the androgynous, bi-gender, intersex, gender fluid and transgender communities.

I think it's a nice move.

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Facebook now has #Hashtags

Facebook is copying Twitter with the use of hashtags. They will be clickable just like the other social media faves. And this will allow others to join in the convo and possibly gain some new followers.

Also the hashtags will work on Twitter and Insagram too.

I think it's pretty cool.

Denise Helms deserves to be covered in Sh*t for the rest of her Life

This uneducated loser went on Facebook and hoped for President Obama's assassination. After it went viral, she got fired from her job at Cold Stone Creamery, and the Secret Service is checking up on her.

This tramp said:
“Another 4 years of this (N-word). Maybe he will get assassinated this term.”

Now the story is everywhere. I hope this spotted cow gets what she deserves. Please watch the clip of her trying to defend her dumb ass ways after the jump.

Where is Chick-Fil-A's Abby Farle?

From The Israeli Defense Forces - Happy Pride pic

This pic is on their Facebook page

In Kansas: A Teacher wrote in Facebook that being Gay Is 'The Same As Murder'

Jack Conkling was compelled to put his hate on Facebook for some stupid reason. The Prairie Middle School teach went on this weird rant, saying all kinds of mess.

He said:

"All this talk in the news about gay marriage recently has finally driven me to write. Gay marriage is wrong because homosexuality is wrong. The Bible clearly states it is sin. Now I do not claim it to be a sin any worse than other sins. It ranks in God's eyes the same as murder, lying, stealing, or cheating. His standards are perfect and ALL have sinned and fallen short of His glory. Sin is sin and we all deserve hell. Only those who accept Christ as Lord and daily with the help of the Spirit do their best to turn from sin will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. There aren't multiple ways to get to Heaven. There is one. To many this may seem close minded and antagonistic, but it doesn't make it any less true. Folks I am willing to admit that my depravity is just as great as anyone else's, and without Christ I'd be destined for hell, if not for the undeserved grace of God. I'm not condemning gay marriage because I hate gay people. I am doing it because those who embrace it will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven. And I desire that for no one."

And the follow-up

"Gay marriage is wrong because homosexuality is wrong. The Bible clearly states it is sin."

He also wrote: "It ranks in God's eyes the same as murder, lying stealing, or cheating."
"I wrote what I wrote for my Facebook friends who understand my heart and my intent. I understand that there were some folks who didn't understand my heart, and while that's sad, it is what it is."

The school should do something about this dude.


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Please Report This Facebook Mess!

This was on Facebook yesterday. Hopefully, it's gone, but if not report it and let's shut it down.

Viki Knox, the Anti-Gay 'Facebook' Teacher, may be getting Fired

Last fall, fool of the month, Viki Knox put up some anti-gay mess on her Facebook. She said that homosexuality was a “sin” that “breeds like cancer.”

Since then, she been hated and supported by many. But now the Union Township school board has filed tenure charges against Miss Viki, seeking to boot her ass out!

The board formally filed the charges against Knox in late December, a step that begins the lengthy and costly process to fire Knox, school board president Ray Perkins said. He could not comment on the findings of the district's three-month investigation of Knox's conduct.

"Every student, no matter what race, creed color or sexual orientation ought to be able to come to school and feel comfortable in a learning environment that's welcoming and nurturing," Perkins said.

District Superintendent Patrick Martin could not immediately be reached for comment. 

What I remember from this mess was her silent interview and this statement below:

"I DO NOT HAVE TO TOLERATE ANYTHING OTHERS WISH TO DO. I DO HAVE TO LOVE AND SPEAK AND DO WHAT'S RIGHT!"

Well, guess what, heifer! We don't have to tolerate your foolishness either. So you might want to get your resume together.

Teacher Cleared of Wrongdoing in the Anti-Gay Facebook Posting Incident

Jim Whitney was cleared of any wrongdoing on the hateful post on Facebook. Jim claims his account was hacked:

Joplin Superintendent Doctor CJ Huff tells News Talk KZRG complaints were made about things high school math teacher Jim Whitney allegedly posted on Facebook. But apparently Whitney's Facebook account was hacked.
"It's unfortunate when you're dealing with social media and dealing with technology and the potential for people to get on to other people's accounts and say things that shouldn't be said."
Huff says the Joplin School Board was made aware of the situation at Tuesday's board meeting and no action was taken.

 Hmm, interesting... I wonder if this is true or not. What do you think?

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Is This an Epidemic? Another Teacher Spouts Out Anti-Gay Remarks on Facebook

 Another Dumbass Teacher crossed the line on Facebook. Jim Whitney had plenty to say about being gay and how many deaths it would take to send a message:

The comments first appeared on the wall of a former student’s Facebook profile on Oct. 19. The former student, Josh Gonzalez, had posted a Facebook link to a news article about a gay 15-year-old from Canada who committed suicide after being bullied.

A Facebook comment replying to the Gonzalez post that appeared under Whitney’s name stated: “Moral of the story: Don’t be gay.”

That comment provoked reaction and criticism from others, including this: “How many more kids have to kill themselves before everyone realizes that this is an actual issue?”

That was followed by another comment attributed to Whitney’s account that read: “11-13 ought to do it.”

Whitney did not respond to requests for an interview but released a statement via email on Monday afternoon saying he was sorry the incident occurred.

“I do not condone bullying or harassment of any kind and I am very aware and saddened by the negative impact this type of behavior creates. I regret that the posts appeared on Facebook. They do not reflect my personal views and I apologize for any and all offenses caused by the comment.”

The students don't need a person like that in schools. So far, the school district is looking into Jim's actions. He should be in deep trouble!

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WATCH: The Anti-Gay Teacher, Viki Knox's SILENT Interview

You know why she's silent? Because she knows she's wrong. Ignorance is a good look for you, Miss Viki!

Another Teacher puts their Anti-Gay Feelings on Facebook

Viki Knox is another stupid teacher who put her anti-gay feelings on Facebook.

There, she said homosexuality "a perverted spirit that has existed from the beginning of creation," and it's a "sin" and it "breeds like cancer." How nice of that tramp, right?

Well, Miss girl got some heat about those statements and town is speaking out:

What Viki said is hate speech and she should be fired. Why would any student feel comfortable around a person like that? That's not a teacher, that's a hater. Fire the hussy!

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VIDEO: Parents Show their Support for the Anti-Gay Teacher Jerry Buell

Look at these people and see the foolishness unfold

These people and this school board basically spat in the LGBT community's faces

WATCH: The Asshole Teacher of the Year defends his Anti-Gay Facebook Message

This son of bitch is Jerry Buell. He was suspended for posting a hateful message about gay marriage on Facebook. Now he feels that he was wronged: