This is type of discussion that makes a difference. It is a complex issue. Legislation isn't always correct from its creation. I expect this type to continue to evolve over time.I guess if you think it’s easy and there‘s no marginalization at school and all parents are accepting now, then there’s no problem and I’m not sure what we’re discussing. I’ve given one clear example here of a kid with one parent who accepts and one that 100% does not. My middle son is out as gay and my wife and I have suspected as much for years (no, not because of toy choice) and he still struggled for several years and outwardly denied being gay to us for quite awhile, even to the point of pretending he had a girlfriend when he was really interested in another boy, basically right up until the point at which he told us.
This. Shit. Isn’t. Easy. Easier than it used to be? Sure, but it’s still not easy.
There are portions I completely disagree with, but I do believe parents need to be involved. Better to have a difficult conversation than have families drift apart only to have the same conversation years later.
Being willing to listen is key.