I have been reading the letters in the American with varying views towards gay people. Some have been good and others have been downright awful.
As an African-American gay male, it baffles me to see my own people make judgments against those who cannot control who they are. I am SOOOOO tired of people using the Bible as an excuse to discriminate against gays.
I believe in the Lord and I thank the Lord every day for His blessings. We are ALL God’s children, gay AND straight. Yes, I believe God made gay people. Besides, why would anyone CHOOSE to be gay, knowing the attitudes you receive from society? Especially when one is black AND gay!!! But, you know what? I am not ashamed of myself. I get up every day and go to work. I have a family, I have interests and hobbies. The only difference is that I am gay.
Patrick Jackson
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