I used to think it was ok to be conservative in this country, but I am wrong and must be silenced.

I used to think it was ok to be white, straight and male at the same time, but I am wrong and must be silenced.

I used to think that things should be based on merit and one’s qualifications, instead of skin color. But affirmative action told me this is wrong, and I must be silenced.

I used to think that men and women were different, but I am wrong, and must be silenced.

I used to think that being proud of the country you live in was ok and burning the flag was disrespectful, but I am wrong, and must be silenced.

I used to think that terrorists should be compromised and not let into our country, but I am wrong and must be silenced.

I used to think that you could be male or female, but I am wrong, and must be silenced.

I used to think that if a woman had casual sex with a lot of guys, the chances are she isn’t the best relationship material, but I am wrong, and must be silenced.

I used to think that gender studies, African American studies, and English didn’t contribute to producing useful things for society, but I am wrong, and must be silenced.

I used to think that it was ok to tell women to be safe when they go out to help prevent rape, but I am wrong, and must be silenced.