From The Post Star 2/24/08 in response to an article where a man full of hatred towards the gay community and a “mentally ill man”, a transgender woman, and a friend of mine.   Such a different time it was in New York in 2008, fighting for the right to marry the ones we love and just a whole lot of prayers and tears over the years since then…leading to 2011 where rainbows formed throughout the state and people were joining in matrimony in equality.

Moral Society Doesn’t Need Fear and Hatred

by Kat Langworthy…Argyle, NY

Dear Editor:

     I agree with Mr. Buell, I too value a decent, moral and free society.  I disagree that the “radical community” is out to cause harm but to only gain acceptance like any other person in America.

     The hatred that feeds this man and others like him is unbelievable.  What I would like to ask Mr. Buell is, would he hate his child if she/he told him they were gay? Why does the earth stop breathing when a mention is made of some “radical” fighting for acceptance and freedom? Why can’t they have that glory?

    The Bridge is a place where the LGBT community can come and feel safe from people such as Buell.  It’s just not a safe haven for youth gorups but for anyone who would like to learn more about what The Bridge offers.  They have “normal” people who seek the welcoming arms of this great community center.  They do not turn their backs to anyone.

     Maybe Mr. Buell, and anyone who “hate or fear homosexuals” would like to take in a meeting. You might learn a thing or two.

     And don’t be too quick to judge Andrea Adams, that “mentally ill man”, for she has a heart of gold and has the knowledge to make a difference in our lives. You can’t judge a person if you do not know the person.

     We need more people like NY State Senator Betty Little, Andrea Adams and NY Assemblywoman, Teresa Sayward.  (titles they held in 2008), so that children you toss into the streets who aren’t “normal” don’t have to hide their identity in dark and lonely closets.

     As a lesbian, a member of The Bridge and a friend of Andrea’s, I will continue to fight for my rights and freedoms just like millions of other minorities do every single day.   End.