According to Bi Community News' list of myths about bisexuality, there's the following:
"10. “Bisexuals are nicer than other people”
Although more positive than the other stereotypes, this is still a stereotype and is therefore a generalisation. Bisexuals are real people and are capable of displaying a range of human traits, both good and bad. In fact, bisexuals are just like anyone else really!"
I've never heard of this stereotype before. I mean, having only come to terms with my bisexuality quite recently, I'll admit I'm not exactly the most knowledgable person on this subject, but I have heard of all the other ones ("Bisexuals spread HIV"; "Bisexuals are promiscuous," etc., etc...), as well as the old standby of the bisexual predator/bunny-boiler/traitor/serial killer...
Have any of you guys come across the 'Bis are nice' stereotype? Where does it come from?
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