I think we should out queer anti-gay politicians because if we can do it right, it will confirm what we say--that being out can be the best thing that ever happened to a queer; that there's a life here to live, free of shame and free of self-hate.
However, in the case of forcibly outing anti-gay queer politicans, I don't think we queers are doing it right.
Oh, brilliant. I agree with you wholeheartedly, and think that you're very, very right. Can I link to this entry?
Because I think one thing we do with closeted-queer politicians is delight in having enemies we can justifiably hate. And yes, that feels good. But it's not good strategy for change.
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26/8/09 17:18 (UTC)However, in the case of forcibly outing anti-gay queer politicans, I don't think we queers are doing it right.
Oh, brilliant. I agree with you wholeheartedly, and think that you're very, very right. Can I link to this entry?
Because I think one thing we do with closeted-queer politicians is delight in having enemies we can justifiably hate. And yes, that feels good. But it's not good strategy for change.
Thank you!