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I'm very happy that Sam did not step down. The question about this relationship was meant to fuel prejudices and sterotypes of gay men. There is a reason why the gay and lesbian community is not fully represented in the US. Its because of the general fear of the unknown and differences.

In regards to concerns over the young man I think his age is a non-issue. At 18 years old he is deemed to be mature enough to vote and die for his country.

posted 4 years, 2 months ago
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DO NOT RESIGN!!

These are two consenting adult men. What is the issue? Many of our 18 year old men have gone to Afganastan and Iraq to die. Are we saying we can trust him with a gun to kill and be killed but we don't trust him to make personal decision on his sexual behavior?

Who cares if Sam Adams was not truthful with regard to his personal relationships? Do we ask every politician, "who have you had sex with?" What next do we ask "When?"; "How many times?", "Was it good for you?"; "Was it good for them?"; "What positions do you like best?"?

If he was lying about his resume, or if he was arrested for a crime then I would agree that he should resign. However these are only personal attacks.

posted 4 years, 4 months ago
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