Testing for a "gay" gene

In class on Wednesday we discussed Section 2 Reading E, "The Ethics of Genetic Research on Sexual Orientation" by Schuklenk, Stein, Kerin and Byne.  This was a very interesting discussion because it was centered on the possible existence of a gay gene that could be scientifically tested for.  I searched online for any articles pertaining to the topic and I found one from http://www.councilforresponsiblegenetics.org/ViewPage.aspx?pageId=87 , that featured a position paper they wrote on genetics determining ones sexuality. A quote written at the end really stood out to me because it pretty much summed up my view of this issue. It stated “The scientific argument for a biological basis for sexual orientation remains weak. The political argument that it will bolster gay pride or prevent homophobic bigotry runs counter to experience. The lesbian, gay, and bisexual community does not need to have its "deviance" tolerated because its members were born "that way" and "cannot help it." Rather, society must recognize the validity of lesbian and gay lifestyles. We need an end to discrimination, an acceptance of all human beings, and a celebration of diversity, whatever its origins.” I feel as though the point of even attempting to search for a gay gene is ridiculous. Even if one could be found what would it solve? Can two straight parents carry the gay gene that they were born with but were just never active, and then pass it on to their child? And if the “gay” gene is active in their child there gay and if its not their straight? It just seems too farfetched and unnecessary for me to believe or even agree with. I feel like ones preference when it comes to sexual orientation is too complex to pin on a gene. I think it definitely comes more from ones surrounding’s, personal feelings and experiences. Overall even the proposal of testing for a gay gene in my opinion is nothing but an inclination of society’s unwillingness to fully accept gay lifestyles.