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It’s become clear to me that by remaining silent on certain aspects of my personal life for so long, I have given some the mistaken impression that I am trying to hide something — something that makes me uncomfortable, ashamed or even afraid. This is distressing because it is simply not true.
I’ve also been reminded recently that while as a society we are moving toward greater inclusion and equality for all people, the tide of history only advances when people make themselves fully visible. There continue to be far too many incidences of bullying of young people, as well as discrimination and violence against people of all ages, based on their sexual orientation, and I believe there is value in making clear where I stand.
The fact is, I’m gay, always have been, always will be, and I couldn’t be any more happy, comfortable with myself, and proud.
"Anderson Cooper, 7/2/2012
To read his entire letter in response to Andrew Sullivan of The Daily Beast, a close friend of Cooper and who was given permission by Cooper for the letter to be published, click here: http://andrewsullivan.thedailybeast.com/2012/07/anderson-cooper-the-fact-is-im-gay.html . I strongly encourage you to read this letter in all its well-written, heartwarming, and honest entirety.
(Source: presidentjonesco, via anavocadolifeforme)
