The emergence of the 'new breed' of lesbians has created something of a rift in the lesbian community. Interestingly, younger lesbians now regard the political and cultural 'rules' of lesbian feminism just as stifling as those preserving traditional family values. THE new acceptance of lesbianism and the emergence of the 'lipstick lesbian' shows that society is finding it increasingly difficult to describe 'normality' when it comes to sex and gender. To be 'queer' is to create your own fluid sexuality which changes as rapidly as desire and behaviour. Consequently the stereotype of a lesbian does not exist as much anymore.
Many people see no harm in allowing gay people to 'do their own thing'.
It exposes the hypocrisy of the church. It points out the mess heterosexuals have made of the world. It suggests that it is about time television represented the real world. When progressive and enlightened pro-gay rhetoric is marketed and packaged well, its claims are attractive and convincing. The timing is perfect for Hollywood to 'come out'.