and some people just don't know any gay people. It's really that simple. unless you have direct experience with a gay person, you might not fight for their rights in the same way. Weird, huh?
I had a very profound experience last week at my office. My boss and I were having our 1:1 and before we got into details, he stopped me to tell me about a conversation he'd had over the weekend. "I had a very interesting discussion on Prop 8 yesterday. I was talking to an aquaintance of mine and realized that he was going to vote yes on 8. I looked at him and said very plainly - that would mean that the very person who has supported me the most over the last month, who has been right at my side, who is one of the most organized and thoughtful people i know, someone who would make a great mother, someone who's opinion and guidance I have valued... this person would not have the same rights as me... now that just doesn't make any sense. i am voting no."
I was utterly astonished, endeared, flattered and humbled all in an instant. Praise aside... did I just become a catalyst for dialogue... for change... did he possibly change his friend's mind? Did meeting me change my boss's mind? (I have only know him for a short time.)
I must say - I am so honored to be a part of the issue - I am so proud to people I know standing up for equality. thank you.
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