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hmmm>>>>>>>????? I took part in somthing and didn't even know it! (I.E. I mostly don't actually "say" anything unless I know you very well.... so I'll write it down or type it on my phone. led many people to think I'm mute lol. it also makes me somewhat socially awkeward.)


but anywho, I skipped slept all day that day and technically said absolutly NOTHING!!*&^!%!

HA!!
"Damn! Well, s**t, I can't be quiet if there's no one to be quiet around!"
Aaahahahaha.......
You're ridiculous sometimes, Pink.

A note: "Gender" did not originally refer to sex. It refers to a differentiation between types of a thing, i.e. 'Genders of apples.' This meaning has simply become more or more used in that specific instance as a way to avoid using the word 'sex.'

That said, the Day of Silence, while well-intentioned, is a foolishly naïve practice, for several reasons.
- This 'Silence' is intended to be a symbol. However, an understanding of the symbol requires previous knowledge on the part of the observer, as the practitioners are otherwise incapable of explanation, and is therefore essentially useless overall, as most people with an understanding of the symbolism of the Day of Silence are those taking part in it.
- The novelty of the event attracts a vast number of practitioners who completely lack any comprehension of the intended significance of what they are doing, especially among the teenage demographic. This dramatically reduces the effectiveness of the statement being made and makes it quite difficult for the event to be taken seriously as a political movement. This effect can be readily seen by visiting most high schools.
- The practice of the event is severely impractical. At best, this practice directly obstructs any activity which requires communication of any sort (as writing is often considered impractical, or impolite, depending on setting, and nonverbal, nonwritten communicative ability is actually quite restricted and unreliable in nearly all cases), and at worst, provides a direct danger to the safety of both the practitioner and other people in the proximity if the practitioner.
In short, the Day of Silence is an impractical, ineffective, disorganized, and foolish way to attempt to make a statement. To be entirely honest, it would be far easier and far more effective (in the sense of getting one's point across) to simply have a single, predetermined day when people all go out and carry signs or wear badges. You could even put a bumper sticker on your car or something. If you're really worked up about it, have a peaceful protest or something.

Besides, to be really honest, it's probably not going to work anyway, no matter what you do. The matter of equality of sexuality is one that is currently very emotional for both sides. As such, any display such as is caused by any event, be it the Day of Silence or any form of organized protest, will simply display to those on the other side of the argument your 'irrational behavior' and will serve only to strengthen their own views. Think about it -- how many times have you ever seen a televangelist talking about the sinful nature of homosexuality and have stopped to say, "You know.... maybe this guy's onto something"? That same principle works both ways.
The best way to even attempt to convince a person of anything is to be as kind and polite as possible, avoiding any and all conflict. Accept what your opponent thinks, appreciate it, and shut your goddamn mouth. The actions of a representative are often taken as the attitudes of the body they represent.

That said, am I for gay rights? Why not. My logic, honestly, is that it doesn't affect anyone outside of the practitioners, and so the practitioners are the only ones in any position to make judgement.

Alternatively, you could convince upwards of 200 people to kill themselves. That usually works.