People are wondering if a government minister can't just let it go, already.
Damares Alves, a minister in Brazil, has recently caught the attention of social media after going on a rant about the Disney film Frozen.
The Human Rights Minister (yes, seriously) made a claim that Frozen's lead character, Elsa, is a lesbian, and is apparently "turning children gay".
Wow.
Damares Alves dizendo que a princesa Frozen vive sozinha no castelo de gelo porque ela é lésbica e vai voltar para… https://t.co/qtYIIBK4uY— Haddad Debochado (@Haddad Debochado) 1557601908
In her speech, Alves insists that in depicting Elsa's character, young girls are being inspired to grow up and marry women, rather than marrying "Prince Charming".
She delivers this speech to an audience of missionaries and pastors, passionately speaking out about the bad influence that the Ice Queen has on children.
Alves declared:
"You know why she only ends up alone in an ice castle?"
"Because she is a lesbian!"
Twitter, of course, had plenty to say about the clip.
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this is Brazil's minister of human rights and family, Damares Alves, who says that Froze… https://t.co/yss3rqN3pE— Michael Fox (@Michael Fox) 1557761117
Some have even sought out Idina Menzel, the actress who voices Elsa, for her take on this claim.
@idinamenzel @scooterbraun @SB_Projects Could you tell us if Elsa (Frozen) is a lesbian? I'm just curious because D… https://t.co/tCzWa61t0Z— Antonio Moreira (@Antonio Moreira) 1558045090
Others have turned to Disney.
@DisneyStudios Could you tell us if Elsa (Frozen) is a lesbian? I'm just curious because Damares Alves (Brazil) Bol… https://t.co/Qg2TGzhxKq— Cristina Bianchi (@Cristina Bianchi) 1558045631
Alves' theory is that Elsa will "come back to kiss Sleeping Beauty with a gay kiss".
After getting over five million views on Twitter, Alves, of course, began receiving backlash.
She defended herself on her Instagram account by saying that she simply didn't want to turn a children's film into a statement about sexuality.
"My criticism is known to all; I am criticising the attempted interference of gender ideologists in our children's identities."
Alves goes on to explain that she believes children should be playing with toys, rather than worrying about their sexuality.
Despite the claims she is making, there is no statement on whether or not the Disney queen is a lesbian.
There is speculation that Elsa may have a girlfriend in the upcoming Frozen 2, but so far there is no confirmation from the studio or from Menzel one way or the other.
Either way, there are plenty of fanfiction writers who will make it happen if Disney doesn't.
Elsa: - Aurora: SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL GAY GIRLFRIEND Obrigada pelo spoiler de Frozen 2, @DamaresAlves! https://t.co/FYNWdItYsk— barb (@barb) 1558026341
Honestly, Disney should just give the people what they want.
Regardless of what the minister claims, Elsa will remain a character beloved by young audiences everywhere, gay or not.
The homophobes never bothered her, anyway.
America the beautiful.
So much to see. So much to experience.
Just because we don't have exotic oceans and ancient history doesn't mean there isn't majesty to take in.
There are many vacations to put together.
And now we don't have to use a paper map to plan.
Our apps and GPS have it all planned out.
Redditor driedkitten wanted to compare notes about the greatest ways to see the USA, so they asked:
"Where is the most beautiful place in the United States?"
So far the cliffs of California is my favorite part of the US.
The Falls
niagara falls GIFGiphy"Subjective of course, but Crater Lake is certainly a sight to behold."
KaboodleMoon
"My home state of Oregon is full of beautiful places, South Umpqua falls, Illinois River, and Multnomah falls. Are some favorites."
jlp120145
Oh Hoh...
"A tie for Acadia, Hoh rainforest, and Rainier in the fall."
ParkLaineNext
"I was going to say Acadia. It's very underrated for some reason. My mom's friend by coincidence ended up being my English professor in college and we went on a trip to see family in ME. We stopped at Acadia for a day and she said it reminded her a lot of her visit to Greece."
NunChuckNorris007
"Hoh rainforest is absolutely devastatingly beautiful. Hiked the whole Hoh river trail when I was 17 and it's still near the top of the list for my favorite things I've ever done."
Hal9000_Red_Eye
In Awe
"Glacier national park. I was continuously in awe that the place was real life."
StrebLab
"The vistas of this road, on a motorcycle, were beyond breathtaking to experience. Would 100% do it again. Being on a bike allowed for stops at the waterfalls where there was no room for vehicles to pull over, and the views from the tunnels under the road were supernatural."
tastygrrrl
The Road Ahead
"There is a stretch of the Navajo reservation where there is no cell service, AM or FM radio reception. The road stretches before you for miles surrounded by red rocks touching blue sky. The buzzing undercurrent of modern connectivity fades away and your brain can be truly still."
tulleandtiaras42
"We did a little unscheduled off-roading in that area when we came to a road closed barrier. A Navajo couple pulled up alongside us while we pondered the dirt road heading roughly in the direction we wanted to go and assured us it was passable. Really lonely place... but wonderful."
KaleidoscopeWeird310
On a Clear Day
Mountain GIF by Sunshine VillageGiphy"Mount Rainier."
WWDB
"If I stand right at the doorjamb of my front door on a clear day, I have a beautiful view. I owned this house for 15 years before I figured that out. You can't see it from any other position in the doorway, or if you're outside."
Wise_Ad_4816
Mountains are hot. That is all.
See the Country
Happy Dance GIF by PLAYMOBILGiphy"Depends on what you’re looking for. The United States is a big place."
"For me - Hawaii is hard to beat."
Own-Willingness-3935
Beautiful scenery...
"Zion National Park is the most well-known place in Utah. But my entire state is an outdoorsman's paradise. LOTs of beautiful scenery in both the northern and southern parts of the state."
nekor18670
"Totally!!! And it’s very different. I personally prefer Southern Utah because the red rocks make me feel like I’m on Mars. But I grew up in the salt lake valley, so the mountains lost a lot of their majesty. But if I’m being honest, I miss them terribly."
Bye-sexual-band-n3rd
Smell the old growth
"I’m incredibly biased, but the most beautiful place is the California redwoods. Drive up 101, and then detour towards Petrolia. There is absolutely nothing like it. Roll down your windows and drive 35mph. Smell the old growth. Stop at the pull out. Take a small hike. It’s worth it."
Altril2010
"Yes, 100%. My brother lives in McKinleyville and I am going to see him the end of April. Can't wait. It's my happy place. They are like the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls... you have to see them to believe them. Those redwoods are something else!"
strongy78
Utopia
"Yosemite! You drive thru the tunnel and come out the other side. Looks like heaven/Utopia."
Socalrdb
"Did a hike in Yosemite on January 1 last year. A spectacular way to start the year. I had seen photos of it, seen it in movies, watched countless videos on Youtube about it but -nothing- prepares you for the sight of El Cap as you turn that corner. I was very nearly moved to tears."
ThrustersToFull
Amazing
Episode 1 Boat GIF by The SimpsonsGiphy"The Shenandoah Valley. Its an amazing place if you're an outdoorsman. Hiking, fishing, hunting, bird watching, camping."
homoco4396
All the wonders of the world. I may have to check all of these out.
What did we miss? Let us know in the comments below.