The Madonna on Ellen episode was aired earlier this week and the two pro-gay/anti-bullying advocators spoke online from coast to coast on the saddening issues regarding teenage suicides. The increased rate in youth suicides due to gay bashing, teenage bullying and all things surrounding hate crimes are definitely worth a listen.
In hopes of provoking thought and to touch the lives of the audiences worldwide, Madonna provided details of her own life experiences with the homosexual community. Please view the video and see how you can help with this sensitive issue.
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Gay Bashing Gets a Beat Down by Madonna on Ellen
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