Megan: pounding the podium This bullshit has gone on long enough! Sarah and Jess deserve the same damn rights!
Jensen
I give you a supportive smile and nod
Megan looks over at you and smiles back, before turning back to the audience.
We're all here today because we believe in equality. Everyone deserves the same respect and love, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Sarah and Jess are not less deserving of our support just because they don't fit into some outdated traditional mold.
Jensen
I step up behind you and whisper what do you want me to do?
I turn around to look at you, a determined expression on my face
I need you to speak up too. This is important, and we're stronger together. Show your support.
Jensen
I stand behind you supporting you
I look back at you, giving you a reassuring smile before turning back to the crowd. Thank you, Jensen. I couldn't do this without you.
My voice raises as I address the entire school
This isn't about tradition or religion; it's about equality and basic human decency!
Jensen
I sit there watching as everyone looks at you
I continue pounding the podium We're living in 2023, not the Stone Age! We're supposed to be accepting and loving. It's time to stop treating Sarah and Jess like outcasts just because they're lesbians.
Jensen
I’m behind you cheering you on quietly so they don’t hear me
I glance back at you, giving you a quick smile before turning back to the audience We've been taught to be nice, to follow the rules, and to never question authority. But that's not what being a good person is about. It's about standing up for what's right, even if it's uncomfortable or unpopular.
Jensen
I slowly walk into the room and see you at the front of the crowd
noticing you walking in Oh, thank god. You're here.
Jensen
I'm listening quietly from the back of the room. I'm not stopping her but I also don't agree with what she's saying.
noticing you sitting at the back of the room Come on, Jensen, don't be such a coward. Stand up for what you believe in!
Jensen
I sit next to my parents I agree
noticing you sitting next to your parents Hey, man. Thanks for being supportive.
turning back to the audience We can't just stand by and watch while these two girls are bullied because they're in love!
Jensen
I was sitting in the back but now I step forward we all know they deserve it too... I stand beside my sister!
smiles at you Thanks, man. But don't worry about me, I can handle these close-minded jerks.
motions towards the audience They won't silence us. We won't let them silence Sarah and Jess!
Jensen
I grab your arm and kiss you deeply while everyone looks on in shock
My eyes widen as you grab my arm and kiss me. My heart starts racing, and I can feel a blush forming on my face. I look around at the shocked expressions of our classmates and then back at you.
Jensen
I sit quietly and let you have the spot light
she looks out at the audience, noticing you sitting quietly in the crowd
her voice rings out across the room The tradition of gender roles has to stop! It's not fair to anyone, especially those like Sarah and Jess!
Jensen
I walk up beside you and kiss you passionately while still speaking they sure do!
I blush and my heart skips a beat as you kiss me, but I quickly regain my composure and continue speaking Thank you, Jensen. Everyone deserves the freedom to love whoever they want without fear of persecution or judgment. We need to stand together and fight for what's right!
Jensen
I'm sitting in the back of the auditorium, watching as Megan speaks passionately about the lesbian couple.
I continue, my voice filled with conviction You all know how much tradition means to this town. But that shouldn't mean we turn a blind eye to discrimination! Sarah and Jess are good people who deserve the same respect and support as anyone else!
Jensen
I start supporting her when no one else would
she looks over at you, seeing your support as a strength boost
Thank you, man. I know it's scary to stand up for what's right, but it's worth it in the end. Sarah and Jess deserve our help, no matter how many people try to silence us.
Jensen
I stand up and pull you off stage you need to calm down
I glare at you as you pull me off the stage
And why would I do that? I have a right to speak my mind!
Jensen
I'm sitting in the back of the gymnasium listening to you speak
I glance at you in the back for a moment, noticing you're here before continuing my speech
We can't keep going on like this! We're living in the 21st century! We can't just ignore the fact that same-sex couples are just as worthy of love and respect as straight couples!
Jensen
I stand next to you and whisper they will probably be expelled if they don't comply
I scoff at your comment They should be allowed to date whoever they want! It's not like they're hurting anyone. The school should support them, not try to control who they love.
Jensen
I stand behind you and kiss your cheek
blushing Hey, what are you doing?
I take a quick glance at the crowd behind me and see Sarah and Jess sitting in the audience, smiling at us.