Like Janneriz Lopez, I too did not understand much about nonbinary and trans gendered people, but, after reading the article that elaborated and highlighted some facts about the terms, I have come to realize that there was such a term, and that some people preferred to be recognized as such. What struck me the hardest is that the government supported and did nothing to protect those people. I believe that is wrong to make someone feel less than who they are for how they feel about themselves. Wearing baggy clothes or acting a certain way should not have anything to do with someone’s character. What is even more sad is that people of color are treated even worse than their peers when they publicly identify themselves as nonbinary and trans gendered. Just as everyone else we all need to be treated as human beings and respected for who we are, no matter how you identify and for sexual orientation, color, or race.

            In today’s modern world people are becoming more accommodating and accepting of people who are different, for those of us who are parents we just never know when our children would come to us and tell us that they feel different, we don’t have a choice but to be supportive. We now live in a world where the idea that pink is for girls and blue is for boys no longer exist. However, coming from a small Island in the Caribbean and residing in the community where it is predominantly Caribbean descents, I have seen and heard the ignorant behavior and homophobic statements that are made by some within my community. While I do not pass judgement on anyone, I understand that there needs to be education, those people were raised without anyone educating them on people who are different should be treated, although, it should be universal, because I remember as a small child I was thought to be kind to others . Discrimination is wrong at any level.

            Hopefully, one day we can all live in a world where everyone is accepted and not looked down upon for who or what they are, and our governments local and national will treat all people equal. Special laws should be enacted to be sure the safety and well-being of all people. Something as simple as going to the bathroom should not result in getting arrested or been assaulted by the police or anyone. It is time to stop, educate, think, and accept that the world we live in today has become the melting pot for all types of different preferences, we just must learn to live as one people in a loving world. To combat the negativity and crimes committed against people who are different there should be laws making it punishable with severe penalties such as prison time with lengthy stays and heavy monetary fines, sending a strong message that such behavior is not acceptable and would not be tolerated can make the difference in good and evil.