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CurtEastPoint

(20,062 posts) Fri Feb 1, 2013, 05:49 PM Feb 2013

My apologies for using 'closet case' re: a GOP anti-gay representative in another post. [View all]

It was hidden and I can see why.

I did not intend to insult anyone, and if it matters, I am a G in the LGBT.

But, not in my defense, how many times has someone who has been virulently anti-gay been in the closet him/herself.

Again, sorry, folks.

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My apologies for using 'closet case' re: a GOP anti-gay representative in another post. [View all] CurtEastPoint Feb 2013 OP

I am gay too and have use that term in real life as well. hrmjustin Feb 2013 #1

You're right. Not everyone knows or cares I'm gay, and they may deem it offensive. CurtEastPoint Feb 2013 #2

I am not gay but some of my friends are. I have noticed that the most vocal anti gay Vincardog Feb 2013 #3

No worries you have a cute cat avatar, so all is well.... Bluenorthwest Feb 2013 #4

I'm gay and I see nothing wrong with using "closet case." GodlessBiker Feb 2013 #5

I'm straight and I personally wouldn't use that term, but... MarianJack Feb 2013 #6

I know! Way to go, Mainers! Now...get rid of LePage! CurtEastPoint Feb 2013 #7

I think that the entire Maine Democratic Party... MarianJack Feb 2013 #9

This is my take William769 Feb 2013 #8

Another point. MarianJack Feb 2013 #10

I appreciate your apology dbackjon Feb 2013 #11