I was pointed toward another blog today. “Straight, Not Narrow” is maintained by Jim Johnson. He sent me an email about wanting to share links. I checked out the site and added it to my BlogRoll.
Advocating for GLBT equality in the church and politics. This site has been viewed by open-minded people with open hearts in 79 nations on 6 continents! I belong to the Washington, DC chapter of PFLAG and Equality Maryland.
His May 10th post concerning Mary Cheney and her new book caught my attention. In it, he quotes others but then adds his own comments:
I have not read her book yet, but I think both Sullivan and Besen make good points. Cheney could be a very positive role model and spokesperson for GLBT issues, but I also understand those who resent the fact that she waited until she was selling a book to speak out. It does make one think that at least part of her motivation is to draw attention to herself and her book.
The bottom line, at least in my view, is that the GLBT community would be wise to put resentment aside and welcome Mary Cheney’s support. With opposition to GLBT equality so loud and well-financed, any high profile ally, regardless of their motivation, is a good thing.
I think I could grow to like this fella!