Viewers can be both entertained and educated by stories on television that reflect the diversity of families and communities across this country. Images on television and in film have the power to help Americans embrace their lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender family members, friends and neighbors with understanding and acceptance.
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Gays and lesbians have compelling stories to tell. And I believe the vast majority of people are open to hearing those stories.Damon Romine
If you're looking at network television to see a good cross-section of our community, you're not going to find it. What you will find is primarily gay white males.
Damon Romine
This is a shocking misrepresentation of reality and of the audience watching these programs.
Damon Romine
What it really points to is the rural gay experience. When you look at television and film, it often seems like being gay is a big-city experience. But it's an international experience, no matter where you live.
Damon Romine
It doesn't surprise me that the American Family Association would be afraid of this series. It shows a family that's both deeply religious and loving and accepting of their gay son. I'm sure the AFA is terrified that a show like this might open people's eyes to the fact that anti-gay bigotry is neither a religious nor a family value.
Damon Romine
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