A Conversation About LGBTQ+ Rights

“Are you gay?” he asked me.

It’s always strange when people ask me that. I guess, in their minds, they can’t seem to accept or comprehend the idea of a straight, African, Christian male being okay with the LGBT community, let alone being supportive and vocal about it. Clearly, in their minds, I must be gay too.

“Should it matter if I’m gay?” I replied. “I’m a strong advocate for women’s rights; does that make me a woman?  I’m a strong supporter of immigration reform, and I am opposed to sc...