Original sentence: People with alternative lifestyles such as homosexuals are generally ostracised by Singaporean society, although the government has conceded that it is willing to employ such people in "sensitive positions".Presently, legislation in Singapore is slanted in the favour of conservatives, who believe that alternative lifestyles erode the moral fabric of the country.This tension has been the subject of much debate both inside and outside of Singapore, and the outcome of public debate remains to be seen
Edited sentence: Conflicting statements from officials indicate disagreement, however.For example, the government has conceded that it is willing to employ open homosexuals in some positions, yet homosexuality itself remains strictly illegal with harsh penalties for gay sex.Gay rights groups have been prohibited from forming under the Societies Act, partially suppressing open debate within Singapore, and HIV/AIDS outreach to the homosexual community is inhibited by conservative officials who believe that discussion of alternative lifestyles negatively influences society at large.Homosexuals are generally ostracised by Singaporean society, and are discriminated against both legally and politically.People Like Us - gay rights group.Presently, legislation in Singapore is slanted in the favour of conservatives, who cite erosion of "moral fabric" of the country as reason for continued legal discrimination