Here in the Waning Days of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell

I was raised by straight parents.  I benefited from that.  I continue to benefit from living as a heterosexual adult. People don’t ask about my sexual orientation or identity, but there’s no law saying they can’t.  I can write this stuff down here and not offend any law or anyone at all.  I’ve never been afraid or harassed because my romantic affections go to men.  Every bit of that is privilege. Today… Read More