What Words Can I Say to Declare That I’m Gay?

Gay. Gay. Gay. I’ve never wanted to say it more. Florida’s infuriating “Don’t Say Gay” law has given new power to an old word. Just look at the T-shirts and protest signs: “#SayGay” is the new “We’re here. We’re queer.” The law, which prohibits discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity in a manner that is not “developmentally appropriate,” is deliberately, devilishly vague. But it has made me think about the words I choose to use and not use—about the good words and the bad. As a children’s author and the father of twins, I excel at censoring myself. The… Read Full Article