Relevance A variety of questions were asked to the interviewees, including one about representation in media. Nearly everyone agreed that the representation is either not enough or is improving but is not quite there yet. Sammy & Friends is something that will put LGBT representation in the right direction, not so much being a novelty but being a genuine educational opportunity. As research demonstrated, most straight people understood gay and lesbian, had less understanding bi and trans, and even less understanding of the many other identities. Good representation and explanation can help both kids being told the story and also adults reading it to them. The LGBT interviewees also agreed LGBT representation needs improvement but is headed in the 22 right direction. Whether straight or gay, all the interviewees agreed educating people on the LGBT community is vital to helping people become more accepting. Some interviewees said the media muddle up and do not explain what certain terms mean and casually use them as if everyone should instantly understand. Many felt political tensions also further mystify understanding the LGBT community as misinformation and feelings are often favored over facts and rational thinking. The interviewees had mixed opinions on whether their local area was accepting of the community, most interviewees being from Long Island.
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