So, the other day I started digging into this whole “is bisexual queer” thing. It’s been on my mind for a while, and I figured it was time to really get to the bottom of it.
First, I hit up the internet, just to see what the general consensus was. I read through a bunch of articles and forum threads. Some people were saying “yes, definitely,” others were saying “no, not really,” and then there were those who were like, “it depends.” You know how the internet is – a total mixed bag of opinions.
After that, I decided to reach out to some of my friends who identify as bisexual or queer, just to hear their personal takes on it. Some of them felt strongly that bisexuality falls under the queer umbrella, while others weren’t so sure or didn’t really identify with the term “queer.” It was interesting to hear such a variety of perspectives from people I actually know.
- One friend explained that they see “queer” as a broad term that encompasses anyone who’s not strictly heterosexual, so to them, bisexuality definitely fits.
- Another friend said they understand that logic, but they personally don’t use the word “queer” to describe themselves because they have a complicated history with it.
Then I went back to the internet and did some more reading. I found out that “queer” used to be a slur, but it’s been reclaimed by many in the LGBTQ+ community as a term of empowerment. But some people still don’t like it or feel like it is not for them. I also learned that the definition of “queer” can vary from person to person. For some, it’s about not being straight. For others, it’s more about rejecting traditional gender roles and expectations.
I took all of this information and really thought about it for a while. I tried to put myself in different shoes and see things from various angles. And you know what I realized? There’s no single right answer.
The way I see it now, “queer” can be an umbrella term that includes bisexuality. After all, both involve attraction to more than one gender. But at the same time, it’s up to each individual to decide whether or not they identify with the term. If someone’s bisexual and they feel like “queer” describes them well, then great. If another bisexual person doesn’t feel that way, that’s totally valid too. The most important thing is to be respectful of people’s chosen labels and personal identities. I just want to share it with all of you what I found.
My Conclusion
It’s all about personal identity and how you feel. It feels like there is no right or wrong answer.
