Obviously, anyone who read the comic strip this is from knows this is supposed to represent the people* who are quick to boycott and picket to have their rights recognized versus those who pursue education through relationship.  Where do I fall?  Somewhere in the middle.  

I see the value of - and occasional necessity for - taking a political stand**.  When you're trying to get the attention of the government or big business, you usually have to do something pretty dramatic.  This can be done through boycotting (I'm still not shopping at Target) or public demonstration (I proudly stood against Prop 8)... while I'm not sure if I've ever seen this tactic affect immediate change, it does serve to raise awareness and that can be a step in the right direction.

One the other hand, I don't think real change can ever happen unless common ground is found - and that won't be found on the picket lines.  Common ground is found through relating to one another on a one-on-one basis.  If the GLBT community wants to stop being regarded as a group of publicity-starved bullies bent on getting our way, then we need to show that we aren't by visiting the churches, voting for progressive candidates, and patronizing the cookie shops owned by the uneducated.  In this way, we can show who we really are and those who stand against us will recognize their brothers and sisters, sons and daughters.