Don’t Shoot! I’m Coming Out.

How to “Man-Up” & Set Heterosexuals Straight by Benn Setfrey

“This book is dedicated to young men who are battling with their sexual orientation and to those men who embrace their homosexuality. There are no fringe benefits for being a black man on this planet. When you add homosexuality to the equation, you have a recipe for derision, malice and outright hatred. The word ‘gay’ has become synonymous with ‘fag’ in the black community.

‘Gay’ has such a negative connotation it has almost become equivalent to the word ‘nigger.’ The hardest part about being Black and gay is dealing with ignorant heterosexual black people. From Bible thumpers to gang members, it seems like almost everyone in the black community hates gay people. But it doesn’t have to be, and this is what I want all gay men to understand. It doesn’t have to be.

[But] this book is not about men coming out. This was a very personal choice for me. I am willing to take on anyone who wants to judge my life and my love of God and His for me. I am not ashamed of who I am. I refuse to live in my own shadow or anyone else’s shadow. This book may jeopardize my teaching career and family ties. But if I can teach gay men how to live a fulfilling life the same way I taught myself and thousands of students, it will be well worth it.”
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Um, just something to take a peek at. . . The cover of the book really grabbed my attention! *lol*

Signing off,

Angelique -

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