Fridae

Putting debates on sexuality to one side, the association between wealth and corporate achievement raises broader questions on how we measure personal success. Senthorun Raj writes that while we must recognise how heterosexuality is not the only way of life that enables successful living, we must be cautious to avoid reinforcing the normative idea that economic entrepreneurialism is only what counts as success.

With the 34th annual Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras upon the city this Saturday, Senthorun Raj, a policy and development co-ordinator at the Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby, asks if the event is still relevant.

While it is easy, and often necessary, to express our anger and abhorrence at laws motivated by homophobia, we have to ask where does this bigotry come from...