In Texas , the GOP endorses reparative therapy for gays and lesbians . Perry 's views , however , bear further exploration . Tim Holbrook : Sexual orientation is a trait like race or gender , it should n't be fixed . He says if there 's a gay gene , there 's no need for treatment since gays are not sick . Holbrook : The Republican Party has been hijacked by religious extremists who want to impose their beliefs on everyone else.
In Texas , the GOP endorses reparative therapy for gays and lesbians . Tim Holbrook : Sexual orientation is a trait like race or gender , it should n't be fixed . He says if there 's a gay gene , there 's no need for treatment since gays are not sick . Holbrook : The Republican Party has been hijacked by religious extremists who want to impose their beliefs on everyone else.