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My mother thought me being gay was a death sentence
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"My mother thought me being gay was a death sentence"

- Jai Rodriguez

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In this quote, Jai Rodriguez is assessing his experience of coming out as gay to his mom. He shares that his mom's preliminary response was among fear and sadness, as she thought that being gay would eventually result in his death. This statement highlights the deep-rooted preconception and discrimination that the LGBTQ+ neighborhood has actually faced for centuries. It likewise sheds light on the battles that individuals deal with when coming out to their liked ones, as they fear rejection and judgment. Regardless of the development made towards acceptance and equality, this quote functions as a pointer of the ongoing difficulties and bias that the LGBTQ+ neighborhood still faces.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jai Rodriguez somewhere between June 22, 1977 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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