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CALL TO ACTION:

On National Coming Out Day, Take Two Minutes to Take Action Against the Anti-Gay Words That Harm Our Community

Call On Universal Pictures To Remove Anti-Gay Language From Vince Vaughn Movie, "The Dilemma"

Today is National Coming Out Day. Since late September, GLAAD has received verbal promises from Universal Pictures to remove an offensive scene from the trailer for the Ron feature comedy, "The Dilemma," starring Vince Vaughn. In the scene, the actor uses the word "gay" as an insult. Unfortunately the company has refused to agree to remove the scene in the movie before its January release date. Moreover, after promising to remove the anti-gay trailer, Universal has reportedly still not removed the trailer from theaters.

"When 'gay' is used as a pejorative in such a public way for millions to see and laugh with, it legitimizes and propels the many taunts that gay people endure," said GLAAD President Jarrett Barrios. "Amidst a rash of bullying related suicides and anti-gay hate crimes, we need to tell Universal and America that our community is tired of being used as a punch line."

Rather than ignoring current events, Universal Pictures should be especially sensitive to the power of words and the message they send young people about their self worth.

Join GLAAD in telling Universal Pictures that we refuse to be the not be a punch line. Take action today.

Today GLAAD also spoke out against anti-gay remarks from New York gubernatorial candidate Carl Paladino and is working with media to across the country to report on National Coming Out Day today with stories that grow acceptance and understanding of LGBT people. Check out www.glaad.org to see all of our work today!

Thank you for your time -- together, we can make a real difference.

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