![]() For a long time, I felt obligated to parse and deconstruct the so-called “clobber verses” that supposedly denounce same-sex relations. Despite the fact that we are so often made to feel unwelcome in religious spaces, I do not see my identities as contradictory. This award, and the faith in me that it represents, means the world to me and strengthens my resolve to continue to speak out. This has afforded me a platform, however small, to be an advocate for mental health and for LGBT people. I am an extraordinarily lucky person in that I happen to be good enough at lying to be a politician, but Catholic-guilt-y enough to opt for acting instead. It is profoundly humbling and also profoundly bonkers to me that I’m being honored today among such incredibly accomplished people. And thank you to my family and friends for being here to celebrate with me. ![]() ![]() Thank you to Gillian Williams, my friend, mentor, and role model, for that beautiful introduction. It is an honor to be recognized alongside such esteemed and important members of my community, who have brought forth so many great works into this world. Let me first of all say thank you to the Parity organization for this incredible award.
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