Going Deep: A Gay Guide to Reality

Going Deep: A Gay Guide to Reality

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Pity is not a form of empowerment

Pity is not a form of empowerment

The HIV-positive man does not want your mournful laments of his condition, he wants a clear assessment of his abilities.

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Mike Gerle
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Pity is not a form of empowerment
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Originally Posted on April 7, 2013

Pity is not a form of empowerment

Expect greatness.

The man in a wheelchair does not want your silent condolences, he wants you to look him in the eye and engage. The HIV-positive man does not want your mournful laments of his condition, he wants a clear assessment of his abilities.

To project deficiency on our fellow human brings him down. Do not yield t…

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