Twitter Reacts to Choi Siwon's Stance on Gay Marriage

Siwon retweeted, and the Twitterverse has responded. On September 11, the Super Junior member shared a Twitter post proclaiming that “so-called same-sex marriage does not exist.” The post in question links to an opinion editorial written in support of Kim Davis. Kim Davis is the Kentucky county clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples in spite of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling which legalized same-sex marriage, and subsequently defied a court order which demanded that she issue the licenses.

So what is Twitter saying about Siwon’s recent RT? Let’s just say it’s mostly not positive.

https://twitter.com/aoablack/status/642217137877217280

Many fans pointed out the irony of Siwon’s stance, given his history of skinship.

https://twitter.com/AllAboutEunHae/status/642071247082360833
https://twitter.com/homotears/status/642393810555662336
https://twitter.com/DaebakSoshi_LPL/status/642459815306891264

One person wondered if Siwon has eaten any shellfish lately.
https://twitter.com/JessicSvensson/status/642281882344886272

Another wished that Korea has Netflix (no hacking, please!).
https://twitter.com/ILLUMlNEO/status/642212923956400128

And another thinks some fans need to make up their minds.

*Siwon tweets in English*
Fans: OMG oppa's English is getting better!
*Siwon retweets homophobic article*
Fans: HE DOESN'T UNDERSTAND IT.

— Lauren Targaryen (@sixmyths) September 10, 2015

Some people do support his beliefs, or at least his right to express them.
https://twitter.com/miwon407/status/642480414834081792

Was never a fan of SUJU. But good on you Choi Siwon for voicing your opinions and being truthful about it!

— Kathy (@iamkathymon) September 11, 2015

https://twitter.com/QueenCicy/status/642396177690824704

While same-sex marriage is not legal in South Korea, public opinion has begun to change. K-pop idols who have spoken out in favor of LGBT rights include SHINee’s Jonghyun, BTS’s Rapmon, and GLAM. However, there are still many Koreans who don’t support gay marriage, and Siwon, a known conservative Christian, has situated himself as the most vocal. In a recent interview, he confirmed his position (and also took a dig at entertainers who apparently prioritize “success” over “values”).

“While I respect all genders, I do not wish to acknowledge homosexuals, as I have been taught that God created man and woman with specific characteristics and duties. I realize that with globalization, there are many [entertainers] who do not share my views. There are those who are value-oriented and those who are success-oriented. However, shouldn’t an actor deliver an image to his audience through roles he chooses to portray, based on his beliefs in life?”

Update: Siwon has deleted the retweet and apologized.

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