I agree with Andrew Sullivan on this.
Look at the chart from his blog entry. it shows that there is more support for Same Sex Marriage among those who personally know someone who is gay.
The Daily Dish | By Andrew Sullivan
If gays are really serious about marriage rights, they need to accelerate the process of coming out. It's not often that a minority group has this option - African-Americans don't. But gays, like Jews, can "pass", and by passing, we don't even give many people the option of changing their minds and hearts by better understanding who we are, and why our relationships and families strengthen society rather than weakening it.
I know it's a lot easier being "out" here in New York. Also, working for a retail company, it's no big deal to be gay. But in social situations outside of the "gay world", I've made it a point to introduce Ein Oso as my husband and let everyone make the connection on their own. I am proud to be married to Ein Oso. I want people to know that.
I feel both very fortunate and very encouraged that I haven't experienced any negative reactions to my being open about my sexuality and my marriage.
Let's show them!
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