Labels. They can be comforting, empowering, and a source of identity. But what happens when they become a point of contention? Meet our storyteller, a self-proclaimed bisexual since high school, who found themselves in a heated debate with a college friend. The argument? Their use of the term ‘bisexual’ instead of ‘pansexual’. Let’s dive into this unexpected clash of perspectives.
The Bisexual Identity ️

A Friend’s Challenge

The LGBTQ+ Debate

The Bisexual Controversy Begins

A Counter-Argument

The Pansexual Proposal

The Standoff Continues

Non-Binary Bodies Questioned

The Final Word

The Explosive Reaction

The Aftermath ️

The Bisexual vs Pansexual Showdown: Who’s Right? ️
Our storyteller, who identifies as bisexual, found themselves in a fiery debate with a college friend who argued that the term ‘bisexual’ is archaic and offensive. The friend insisted that ‘pansexual’ is the more inclusive term. Despite the heated exchange, our storyteller stood their ground, sparking an explosive reaction from their friend. The argument left them stunned and questioning their stance. Now, let’s see what the internet has to say about this unexpected clash of labels.
Bisexual label debate: NTA! Bisexuality is valid and inclusive. Friend’s transphobic.

NTA, Bi means 2+ gender attractions, Pan means all gender attractions

NTA. Don’t let others dictate your identity. Drop toxic friends.

NTA. Friend accuses you of erasing others, but is hypocritical.

NTA. Your friend’s invalidating your opinion is problematic and counterproductive

Bi non-binary commenter defends the use of LGBT acronym.

NTA. Your friend needs to chill.

NTA. Friend’s ignorance + arrogance = frustrating lectures from cis straight people

NTA. Straight is sexist? Erasing women? Let’s discuss this!

NTA. Embrace your own sexuality and ignore ignorant friends.

NTA. Engage in woke clout battle over bisexual label controversy.
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Defining your identity: NTA, she needs to butt out.

NTA. Stand up against biphobia and shine your true colors!

Bisexual vs Pansexual: The Labels Debate. You’re NTA, stay proud!

Congrats on being bisexual! Your friend’s an a**hole. NTA

NTA defends personal preferences in the face of potential backlash

NTA: Nonbinary commenter defends self-identity against friend’s judgmental attitude.

NTA: Friend’s gatekeeping sexuality, love is love, friend is phobic

Your friend is mad because you’re not attracted to everyone?

“Swallowing itself” – The controversy surrounding the bisexual label.
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NTA defends bi identity against cis straight people.

Supportive comment defends bisexuality, promotes acceptance and understanding ❤️

Bisexual label debate: NTA, gender is not a factor!
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Join us at /r/bisexual for lemon bars

NTA – Bisexuality is inclusive and your friend needs to chill
