(March 21, 2018 at 8:47 pm)Catholic_Lady Wrote: This question comes from the exchange between Ham and Flying Narwhal on this thread: https://atheistforums.org/thread-53967.html (relevant part begins on page 2).
So, I got curious and wanted to ask here. If you were initially attracted to someone you saw and spoke with (maybe went on a couple dates with), and found out after the fact that this person is biologically male because they told you, would this fact alone be a deal breaker to you in terms of continuing to pursue a romantic relationship? Would you no longer feel sexually attracted to the person nor interested in pursuing a romantic relationship with them? Please be honest and explain your response.
*Assume this person has done all the sex reassignment surgical procedures/hormone therapy, etc, for the transition process and looks feminine.
Up to the individual, that is all that can be said.
I do not think it makes one a bigot if they say they would not.
I think it is up to the person who had the surgery to be honest with any potential partner.
I don't see that as any different in any potential love interest. Any relationship starting with omissions and or lies, is always going to lead to mistrust.
I would say to society though, if you want the honesty, then don't get upset if transgender do tell you upfront. Just take the attempt as a complement and say yes or no.
Just like I am attracted to some women and not others. Even with gays, if they hit on me, since I am not gay, I say "I'm flattered" but no.
Honesty and consent, not someone's orientation.
