Reflection #2: The Times of Harvey Milk

Harvey Milk believed in "outing" people against their will. I personally do not believe that it is okay to reveal an aspect of a person's life that is personal, without the person's willingness or permission. It is a violation of privacy. But if they want to be openly "out" then I feel that they have every right to be. However, there are some benefits and risks to "outing" a person. They would no longer have to hide who they truly among their family, friends, and peers. Although a person who is "out" can feel free and be themselves, ther risks and consequences that come along with it can take a big toll on a persons life. For example, a person may lose their job if their employer finds out that they are gay depending on the employers beliefs. People of the gay community have to face many hardships and often have to weigh out their options and find out what's important, being happy or conforming to society's beliefs?