"Why does LGBTQ+ need a whole month to show off their sexuality?"

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Why it worked

The post uses a provocative question to grab attention and then provides a clear, concise, and relatable explanation for the existence of Pride Month, addressing a common misconception.

Summary

This post uses text overlays on a photo to explain the purpose of Pride Month. It argues that Pride Month exists because LGBTQ+ individuals face discrimination, unlike people with blue eyes who are also a minority but do not face similar societal prejudice.

Structure

1Question about LGBTQ+ Pride Month
2Analogy to Blue-Eyed People Month
3Explanation of historical discrimination against LGBTQ+ people

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"Why does LGBTQ+ need a whole month to show off their sexuality?" Same reason there's no Blue-Eyed People Month. People with blue eyes are "different", but they weren't historically discriminated against for it Pride month exists because LGBTQ+ people were and still are discriminated against for who they are