Grandpa Jack was sitting on the front porch listening to the radio and muttering to the dog about the news. His grandson, back from college, asked him about the commotion. Grandpa Jack said he couldn't believe the way people talked so casually about "gay people these days." The process Grandpa Jack has unwittingly identified is:

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Homonormativity refers to the assimilation of heteronormative ideals and constructs into LGBTQ+ cultures and identities, where traditional norms and values are upheld and seen as the standard even within non-heterosexual communities. Grandpa Jack's surprise at the casual discussion of gay people suggests a shift towards a normalization of LGBTQ+ identities, aligning with the concept of homonormativity.

Grandpa Jack Was Sitting on the Front Porch Listening to the Radio