Time for the Queerty Week in Comments, with five of the most compelling, thought-provoking or just downright bitchy comments that came directly from you, the readers!
“Wow, those words are as tragic as they are beautiful. I can’t begin to describe how it truly brakes my heart every time I read news about young people killing themselves for whatever reason, but even more when it’s LGBT-related bullying involved. As a person who dwelled on the thought of suicide for a couple of years, I truly wish I could reach out to those young people in need.
I volunteer in a LGBT Youth group, but it still doesn’t feel like it’s enough. Like there should be a stronger sense of “community” than going to the scene, talk about pride or just be queeny bitches to each other. Even as an adult I feel profoundly disappointed at ourselves as a community sometimes. I can’t imagine how an impressionable young person with low self-esteem issues can take it. Wait, actually, I can… and it’s overwhelmingly terrifying.”
SebX was as moved as we were by James Clementi’s letters, in Tyler Clementi’s Brother Opens Up About Their Relationship And The Impact Of His Suicide
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“God bless Martha Boggs! If I ever make it to her restaurant I’m leaving a $200 tip!”
Hephaestion reveals he’s a big spender, in Knoxville Cafe Owner Explains Why She Kicked Out Anti-Gay Sen. Campfield
“Rob Gronkowski belongs in this photo homage. He’s the Patriots tight end that always delivers great game and great bulge and he’s proud of it.”
Christopher di Spirito proves you can’t please everyone, in PHOTOS: Thirteen Football Studs To Look Out For On Super Bowl Sunday
“Actually, I’ve been actively contacting nonprofits with the idea of starting one aimed just at LGBT youth. Everything from getting them out of toxic home environments to [making] college decisions. As someone who recently came out of the college system, I am well aware of ways to get help.
If you are interested in getting on board visit facebook.com/shannonforequality“
Shannon1981 has a possible solution, in Bullying Doesn’t End In High School For Gay Students Who Attend Christian Colleges
“It was honey”
Ousslander sets the record straight, in PHOTO: Porn-Turned-Reality Star Dustin Zito In A Speedo And Covered In Syrup. You’re Welcome
Photos: Martha Boggs, James Clementi, MTV
Shannon1981
Hey wow thanks for featuring my comment, Queerty! I really want to make this a reality. We’re in the baby stages right now, but if I can save these kids from the hell I went through, I will.