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This story was inspired by Louis Gohmert, Republican Congressman from Texas, who gave a lecture at Liberty University in November of 2015. That should give you a clue as to the subject of this short story.
This story was inspired by Louis Gohmert, Republican Congressman from Texas, who gave a lecture at Liberty University in November of 2015. That should give you a clue as to the subject of this short story.
This story was inspired by Louis Gohmert, Republican Congressman from Texas, who gave a lecture at Liberty University in November of 2015. That should give you a clue as to the subject of this short story.
It should be noted this story was inspired by a lecture
given by the Republican Congressman from Texas, Louis Gohmert, at Liberty University in Virginia in November 2015. I do realize there are many who share his views. When I heard what he said, I was totally dumbfounded and realized he really IS a fucking asshole, scumbag, piece of shit. And those are my kind words for him. But as expected, he’s a bit late on the draw since putting gay people on an island had already been suggested YEARS EARLIER by Anita Bryant back in about 1977. I remember that eventually she got a pie in the face from a gay guy. Excuse me while I laugh as I watch the video of that event.
If my history is correct, I recall a similar event,
happening before. Yes. That’s right. Hitler, having all the Jews rounded up and placed in concentration camps. He also had all gay people rounded up and tattooed with pink triangles, so they could be identified immediately. Please, remember these pieces of information as you read the story. The Rainbow Isles
It all began right after the election of a Republican
president then a Republican congressman giving a lecture at a religious college. Not long afterwards, many evangelical fundamentalist religious leaders were quoting him and indicating they thought it was an excellent idea.
It was very interesting how most of the discussion and
aim was towards gay men and not gay women. The reason for this wasn’t quite clear but every example of sinful and sodomizing wrongdoings usually involved gay men. Putting all the gay men on an island would remove all those disgusting sodomite pedophiles from society, making the country a better and more wholesome place. There was a large controversy over this idea but no one took the proposal seriously. After all, it sounded way too ridiculous and absurd.
About a year later, suddenly, men started going
missing, not many at first but little by little. Neighbors thought they’d moved. Right after disappearing, moving vans would roll up to their homes or apartments and everything removed. Also, a ‘FOR SALE’ or ‘FOR RENT’ sign would appear.
Even businesses began to close or change hands in
ownership. People noticed but they never took stock in what might be happening. Male employees slowly began to disappear from their jobs. Reasons were given such as, he got a new job, he moved away, he went to help his ailing parents. These were the answers people were given when they made inquiries, regarding these individuals, so no one really investigated it further. No one equated the missing men with their sexuality. The idea of removing gay men from society was totally absurd and would never actually happen. What the general public really never realized was… it was happening.
It all began during the night while no one could see.
Many white supremacy groups were quietly going around the country, abducting known homosexuals, bringing them to a secluded camp and when there were enough, they were trucked to a port on the west coast. From there, on large transports, they were shipped to a group of islands.
The religious fundamentalists and all those politicians
with the same thinking had secretly passed an appropriations bill. Government money had been siphened off several legitimate governmental projects and was used to purchase a large group of islands out in the Pacific Ocean. That way nothing could be tied back to them or the government. They knew one island wouldn’t be big enough to house them all. Negotiating secretly with a foreign government, twelve islands, relatively close together in a group, were purchased. Not much was paid for them as the foreign government thought them useless and too out of the way for any commercial use.
This secret society also used government money to
actually purchase the properties and businesses of these gay men, depositing the funds into the actual accounts of the owners. This would prevent any further checking by relatives if the sales were real and legitimate. It was done in a convoluted way to eliminate any improper paper trail which could be investigated. All purchases seemed legitimate and seemed to be done by private individuals or businesses. Needless to say, the bank accounts of many gay men were now, overflowing with money. These men still had access to their accounts. It should be noted steps were taken to living on the islands in the form of a tent city with hundreds of thousands of tents. It was extremely rustic but it worked. Also, stringent identification was made to identify each man in order to prevent him from returning to the mainland. Each was provided with a pink triangle tattooed on his right hand.
When it became evident what had happened and all
had gathered their wits, the new gay community began to organize. It knew it had to take action and make drastic changes. This had to be done quickly. Professionals from every walk of life were gathered together to start planning for their new homeland. Communication experts, architects, engineers, city planners, construction workers, bankers, service industry people and others of many occupations were gathered into groups to assure maximum efficiency.
Hundreds of doctors gathered together with architects
and builders to discuss and design hospital and health facilities. These would be among the first buildings constructed.
Over a very short period of time, experts in the field
set up communication to contact the outside world. This completed, the bankers established a new bank on the main island. The Rainbow Bank of the World. Accounts were set up for millions of the new founding customers and all their monies were transferred to their new accounts. Their old accounts were immediately closed at all banks in the states.
With all this money now deposited in their new
accounts, negotiations with a foreign country took place, purchasing several more islands in the area. It wouldn’t be discovered until later it was the same foreign country who sold the original islands to the religious fundamentalists and politicians in the first place. This purchase was done for a specific reason. It was known eventually, expansion would be necessary and to buy the islands now, they could be purchased at a much lower price than in the future.
This done, a letter was written with copies sent to the
president and every member of congress, indicating since they owned no property in the country and made no money in the country, no one was going to pay any taxes to the country. They were no longer being represented. It was a situation of ‘taxation without representation’ and THAT was NOT going to happen. The government no longer had any leverage of confiscating property or bank holdings. Gay men no longer owned any property in the country. Nothing could be said about possible confiscation of the islands because it would let the cat out of the bag, regarding the government’s deviousness. It was also the same for bank accounts. All had been transferred to the Rainbow Bank.
At the same time, construction materials were being
bought from major companies around the world and building began on a massive scale. Immediate work began on what would become the new capital city on the largest main island and different communities on other islands. One of the centrally located islands is where the hospital, water treatment, sewage treatment and major solar panel/wind power generator facility would be located.
Those who had owned large manufacturing companies
before organized and designed a major manufacturing complex on another island. This would keep them off major islands of commerce, health, living and utilities. These companies no longer would use one-story manufacturing facilities. Multi-story construction would be the norm. There would be no wasted space. Everything would be streamlined and efficient. These businesses also gave an opportunity to those who’d lost their jobs in the manufacturing field as well as those who’d worked in the offices of these companies on the mainland. Everything was taken into account. Even areas to be developed for entertainment and relaxation were planned. Why? Because everyone knew, ‘they’ would eventually be coming.
It was also known from the very beginning, individual
dwellings would be impossible. Multi-story apartments were built, so each and every resident had sufficient space for his needs. Wealthy residents obviously could afford to live on a grander scale than others. But every effort was made to make sure even the man who made the least amount of money prior to being relocated still lived with dignity and pride. Even those who suffered from debilitating disease were housed comfortably and efficiently. All would be cared for. Those who could work gladly did what they could.
Since this wasn’t a place for cars, eventually a
sophisticated and streamlined electric monorail system was designed and constructed. Underwater tunnels would allow the system to include all the major islands. All utilities were placed underground and in undersea tunnels. Boats would be used in the beginning until the undersea tunnels could be constructed.
Millions in the total community were all working
together toward a new and open society. Everything was as modern and up-to-date as possible. Work on all projects continued twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week. It took nearly five years to complete major installations. No corners were cut and the best materials were used for everything. All construction took into account its aesthetic appeal as well as making sure it looked like it belonged where it was in the environment.
Extreme effort was made to make sure everyone was
being taken care of. This normally applied to those in the arts, music and the invalid. True. There were those who were famous and continued to do their profession. It was the lesser-known, up-and-coming artists and the unknown artists and musicians who were encouraged to continue their way and would be supported by the community.
By the sixth year, virtually everything was up and
running. Small businesses like bars, restaurants, clothing and department type stores had already gotten off the ground in the first year. Rainbow City on the main island of the Rainbow Isles was now a bustling commercial center and totally open for business. What everyone knew was it wouldn’t be just gay men buying merchandise there. One day the straight community, ‘they’ would be knocking at the door.
Meanwhile, back on the mainland, the reality began to
sink in. Some of the most talented and artistic people were no longer around. Women, most of all were extremely distressed. They missed their favorite doctor, decorator, hairstylist and other service people who were always so helpful.
The servicing industries took a major hit. Restaurants
no longer had their favorite waiters, chefs and other service people. Hotels lost some of their most beloved doormen, concierges, managers and other service people. Beloved men from all walks of life were being missed. Favorite doctors, favorite nurses, talented musicians and artists, actors, bartenders, taxi drivers, grocery clerks, pet groomers, auto mechanics, policemen, firemen, department store clerks, you name it, many talented and helpful people weren’t there.
Yes. Everyone began to realize a very interesting fact.
Gay men were a part of every walk of life and had always been there. And now, with them gone, it became extremely evident at how infused gays were into society and how much they were missed. What was expected to occur on the islands, finally happened. It began with some wealthy vacationers. They were looking for a place known for excellent service, food and accommodations. It began as a joke to go to the Rainbow Isles. But the more it was discussed and joked about, the more the realization set in. They could fly to the nearest major city closest to the islands then take boats to their destination.
Needless to say, the gay guys were ready and waiting.
Beachfront hotels were ready. Attractions on all the islands were made accessible, using the monorail system and boats. The best foods would be prepared and live entertainment was available every evening, either in the concert hall or the amphitheater. Singers and musicians also performed in bars and restaurants. Artists displayed their works in galleries and on the streets.
After the first visitors returned to the mainland, the
word spread like wildfire. This being anticipated, one of the outer islands was set up strictly for incoming and outgoing visitors. There was no commercial airstrip. Provisions were made to land flying airboats flown by gay pilots and personnel. Launches would take visitors to and from the main island. There would also be no hassle with customs and immigration. Eventually, provisions were made for cruise ships. It was time to gear up the gay-owned travel services.
Every service and desire of every client was met and
attended to. Service personnel were making a killing on tips. Even the poorest guys began to establish sizable bank accounts. Many began to joke about maybe what had happened wasn’t a bad thing.
Seeing the growth of the tourist industry, there was
talk about buying even more islands elsewhere and expanding. Islands in the northern regions could be for winter sports and snow. It was decided not to do it. The cost of heat was much too expensive, using non-petroleum based fuels. Maybe at a later date when there was some other cheaper form of power to heat.
What was so interesting is a plan to isolate the gays
turned out to be a major vacation destination and money maker. There even began a movement to bring them back to the mainland. This was instantly turned down by the chosen commission who began governing the islands. A vote was taken to see how many wanted to give up what they had there and return to the mainland. It was unanimously turned down by ALL the island citizens. They might return for a visit but they’d never live there on the mainland again. It was the same in reverse. The islands would be for gay men only.
Eventually, it was discovered who the ones were,
proposing the original plans for rounding up the gays and carrying them out. Those folks were immediately ostracized and were never allowed to set foot on any of the Rainbow Isles.
The Rainbow Isles were now an institution and would
never go away. Younger guys who realized who they were, immediately left the mainland and arrived to take up residence and work. They knew they’d be welcomed with open arms and told not to feel ashamed of who they were.
With everything finally established, a movement took
place to allow ALL THOSE of the LGBTQ Community to come to the islands, live and work. Work also began on acquiring more tropical islands where the Community could expand in the future.
Even a great edifice for religion was constructed on
one of the highest hills of a small, out of the way, peaceful island. It was a gleaming symbol of humanity and acceptance. It was founded on the great principles of all the major religions of the world. There was no altar and no statues, nor figures in the stained windows. Alcoves and places of reverence were located throughout the building with many places where candles could be lit and prayers said.
Yes. What started out as a hate movement, ended up
being a place where many wanted to travel and enjoy a relaxing and fun time vacation. It was a place where visitors were welcomed and well taken care of. Many returned again and again. Even families began to arrive and enjoy the accommodations. Those who arrived thinking they were going to convert the men or had ugly words to say were immediately ushered off the islands and sent back to where they came from. They were forever banned from ever coming back. And… they lost their deposits. GRIN!
An entire new thinking and understanding were taking
place, regarding homosexual men. All those who wanted to continue thinking through the use of outdated and unsupported information would be left in the past. A new day of understanding and acceptance had dawned. The words to the great Bob Dylan song: The Times They Are A- Changin’ were written in bold letters on the wall at the point of entry for all visitors. It was a time of moving forward. The Rainbow Isles were now and forevermore, a sanctuary.
And maybe one day when the evangelical
fundamentalist MORONS accept the legitimate and unbiased medical FACTS regarding homosexuality, that gays are born gay and that homosexuality exists ALL through nature, maybe one day gay people will return to the mainland and not be HATED and discriminated against. But as my mother would tell you, “Don’t hold your breath. You’d look like Hell blue.” THE END