Svejk - //So basically they can, and do, throw a 'hissy fit' if not accepted as equal/normal. And then they have a parade to celebrate being different to everyone else. It's all rather tiresome, imo. //
Aside from the fact that your 'So ... ' confirms my often-advised point that starting a response in that way means you are either going to miss the point you are answering, or completely fabricate something that has not been said (the first in this case!) -
I think any minority enjoys a chance to celebrate its differences - that is human nature.
The point about 'throwing a hissy fit ...' as you so delicately put it - is about protesting to obtain and maintain basic rights in a civilised society that the majority take for granted because they have them from birth.
The point about celebrating difference is about enjoying being different, and being proud of it - as I explained in my previous response to you on this very issue.
Being different can, and should be celebrated - Gay Pride.
Being entitled to be treated the same as everyone else has to be fought for - Gay Rights.
I hope that underlines the difference between the two.