What LGBT person deserves a Presidential Medal of Freedom?
Emily Burr
student | Princeton, N.J.
“Truman Capote. He was a wonderful writer. I absolutely loved his book ‘In Cold Blood.’ He really got into the minds of the killers. He actually got me to feel some sympathy for them. I had a much better understanding of the situation after reading the book.”
Emily Burr
student | Princeton, N.J.
“Truman Capote. He was a wonderful writer. I absolutely loved his book ‘In Cold Blood.’ He really got into the minds of the killers. He actually got me to feel some sympathy for them. I had a much better understanding of the situation after reading the book.”
Stephanie Hall
paint mixer | Frankford
“Ellen DeGeneres. She’s not discouraged by all the flak she gets for being a lesbian. She’s still very driven and focused on the [LGBT] cause. She’s dope. She has a great sense of humor and can poke fun at herself. She’s comfortable in her own skin.”
Kyle Morris
public-relations manager | West Oak Lane
“Frank Ocean. It’s rare to find such a brave, out person in the hip-hop community. He wasn’t worried about album sales. He just wanted to be true to himself. I love his music. I was a big fan before he came out. I applaud him for his bravery.”
Everardo Nevers
sales associate | West Philadelphia
“Anderson Cooper. He’s an excellent journalist. I was very impressed when he came out. He showed a lot of intelligence, sincerity and humanity. I think his coming out really helped advance the LGBT movement. He should be given an award for that.”
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