Reply #8: I wouldn't view it as insincere, if it was a sincere apology. [View All]

[Maven]

The fact is, he could have at least made a stronger statement about the danger of "ex-gay" programs, which prey on GLBT youth and cause suicide, homelessness and greater homophobia that leads to hate crimes. He could have made an affirmative statement that sexual orientation is an innate characteristic that cannot (and should not) be "changed" or "cured." He could have showed real understanding of the pain and hatred these people cause. But he didn't. He came out with some lame statement about "disagreement" with their views, as though thinking that GLBTs have an affliction that needs to be eradicated is just another opinion we should entertain. He could have done a lot, but he didn't. His priorities were absolutely clear.