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<p>Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full combat and unarmed sport that is composed of a mix of wrestling, boxing and traditional martial arts.  It is known for its outright aggressiveness and brutality as a sport with very few rules other than those minimally required to maintain a competitor's safetyMMA's popularity has surged in recent years despite the fact many sports regulators remain wary of its legitimacy as an organized sport.</p>
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<p>Being elected to a public office after campaigning as an out LGBTQ individual reflects an absolute sense of confidence in one's selfThe result also reflects society's general acceptance of the individual's capabilities to administer and govern regardless of sexual orientation or other distinguishing personal characteristics.  Undoubtedly, the individual had to overcome a certain degree of homophobia, abuse, intolerance and hatred to reach their elected position - and they succeeded in doing so.</p>
  
<p>In this context, it is considered challenging for a fighter to come out as LGBTQHaving a high-profile LGBTQ MMA fighter would contradict the public stereotype of intolerant and tough athletes that defines the MMA world.  Nevertheless, the sports' largest organization, Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC), continually expresses its support for diversity in the sport and sponsors several HIV/AIDS awareness programs.  Part of the reluctance for MMA fighters to come out could be the fear of adverse fan reaction.</p>
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<p>This list of individuals represents the important role of visible participation of minorities in elected governmentIt is advantageous that visible minorities be a part of the decision-making body that sets the agenda, determines policy, and establishes the social construct of the collective whole.</p>
  
<p>Lately, the sport has introduced weight classes, protective body equipment, and a professional women's division.  Indeed, the vast majority of publicly out LGBTQ MMA fighters are lesbian.  Only one gay professional fighter exists - [[Shad Smith]] of the United StatesRecently, lesbian [[Amanda Nunes]] of Brazil became the first openly gay individual to hold a UFC championship belt[[Fallon Fox]] is the first transgender professional MMA fighter.</p>
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<p>For many, the argument is made that being LGBTQ is only one element of their personal beingOther qualities come to the fore in an election campaign that can trump or reinforce the individual's capabilities to hold the elected officeThis is, of course, true.  Nevertheless, the LGBTQ community needs role models, mentors and leaders to act as examples of what can be accomplished regardless of sexual orientation.</p>
  
<p>A reality television show has been created around the sport - 'The Ultimate Fighter'.  In the show, fourteen mixed martial artists are separated into two teams in a house, living, training and fighting until there is one winner.  There has been speculation that several past contestants were LGBTQ.</p>
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<p>To read their fascinating biographies [[First Out Elected Politicians|'''CLICK HERE''']]</p>
 
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<p>We have identified several professional LGBTQ MMA fighters.  They hail from the United States, Brazil and Mexico.  To read their fascinating biographies [[Professional LGBTQ Mixed Martial Artists|'''CLICK HERE''']]</p>
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'''Directory of past 'Did You Know?' Articles''' [[Past 'Did You Know?' Articles|See Here]]
 
'''Directory of past 'Did You Know?' Articles''' [[Past 'Did You Know?' Articles|See Here]]

Revision as of 14:33, 10 October 2016

DID YOU KNOW?

FIRST OUT ELECTED POLITICIANS

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Being elected to a public office after campaigning as an out LGBTQ individual reflects an absolute sense of confidence in one's self. The result also reflects society's general acceptance of the individual's capabilities to administer and govern regardless of sexual orientation or other distinguishing personal characteristics. Undoubtedly, the individual had to overcome a certain degree of homophobia, abuse, intolerance and hatred to reach their elected position - and they succeeded in doing so.

This list of individuals represents the important role of visible participation of minorities in elected government. It is advantageous that visible minorities be a part of the decision-making body that sets the agenda, determines policy, and establishes the social construct of the collective whole.

For many, the argument is made that being LGBTQ is only one element of their personal being. Other qualities come to the fore in an election campaign that can trump or reinforce the individual's capabilities to hold the elected office. This is, of course, true. Nevertheless, the LGBTQ community needs role models, mentors and leaders to act as examples of what can be accomplished regardless of sexual orientation.

To read their fascinating biographies CLICK HERE

Directory of past 'Did You Know?' Articles See Here


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