The speaker argues that dialogue about LGBTQ+ rights, even with dismissive people, drives social change. The SOGIE Bill protects sexual orientation and gender identity in the Constitution, making it essential for safeguarding LGBTQ+ individuals.
I'm already at that point wherein kapag may mga taong ganyan, hindi ko aaksayahan ng energy ko. Well, for me, it's an opportunity to educate. It's an opportunity to educate, but unfortunately, not everyone is there to listen. But if they're listening, great. There's an evolution of perceptions because we talk to each other and because we exchange ideas. This is how we evolve as societies, right? I wouldn't give up on it. I would continue to talk about it whether or not people will listen, because if we don't, then, you know, who will push these ideas? And who— because pushing these ideas is basically fighting for our rights. That's why the SOGIE bill is very important, because the language entails protecting our human rights in the Constitution.
