Braver than I am.(MINORITY RETORT)(Column)

Publication: The Advocate (The national gay & lesbian newsmagazine)

Publication Date: 23-MAY-06

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Ever since I decided to use my powers for good, I've traveled around the country speaking at fund-raisers for LGBT causes. In Ohio a local politician told me, "I applaud your bravery. It takes a lot of courage to be who you are." My immediate thought was, "Not really."

I live in Los Angeles. It doesn't take courage to be gay in Los Angeles. It takes a good personal trainer, stylist, and Zone delivery person, but courage? Hardly. It takes courage...

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