Throughout history, the lack of understanding and compassion towards the homosexual community has hindered their ability to reach a level of acceptance and equality; making their sexual preferences and lifestyles taboo in societies across many cultures. For those reasons, it is necessary to examine the history, current practices, and possible future for a community existing within diverse, yet discriminatory, societies. The political area has had a direct impact on the ability of homosexuals to live as a heterosexual lives. It has stopped them from serving in the military and...