Why I Mention My Sexuality and Gender


I certainly don’t discuss it often, and it’s been a few years since I wrote about my pansexuality. I hope you’ll forgive me for talking a little about it today. I promise not to make it a habit.

A friend of mine recently asked me privately, “Why would people ever talk about their sexuality publicly? And why do you? Why wouldn’t you just keep that quiet?” It was a really good question, and I was happy to answer it – and I realized I should probably share it publicly, too.

Reason #1: to put a face on “the enemy.”

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