Ex-homosexuals denied equal shelf space


	Ex-homosexuals denied equal shelf space

jay8h

10-16-2009 11:02 AM

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10-16-2009 1:01 PM

clip-on-tie

Ex-homosexuals? There ain't no such thing. Gay folks don't have a disease. It wouldn't be a bad idea if you got to know one. They don't bite.

10-16-2009 1:18 PM

wiganfootie

Well said!!!

10-16-2009 6:18 PM

jmatts78

If I had a say I'd include the books, but put them in the fiction section.

10-17-2009 7:53 AM

jay8h

That is Sad.

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