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Summary: Gay? Republican?
Review: A dilusional view of a person who thinks that, by sucking up to Republicans, he will eventually attain the quality he deserves.Having said that (I've always wanted to say that about Tafel), it is a very good book. It's thought-provoking and a good read...even if you happen to 100%, totally, positively, without question disagree with every single solitary word in the book. Get it, read it, make up your own mind...
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Summary: poorly written nonsense
Review: I found the book fascinating and true. As a gay Republican I found myself identifying with and agreeing with Richard's experiences and opinions. I, of course, will be calling my local Log Cabin chapter. Perhaps the most important aspect of the book for gay readers are the comments about how we need to take the moral high ground. There is a lot of work to be done because as a community we are not particularly concerned with morals and standards. Hopefully, more role models like Mr. Tafel will step forward. As our community grows and as we feel better about ourselves, time-honored principles will become more acceptable for us.
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Summary: Somebody more clueless than Bush
Review: I was always amused by Mr. Tafel and the Log Cabin Republicans. Although I am a heterosexual, I had always wondered why these people would give so much time, energy, and money to a political party who would (because of the growing southern conservative base) rather see them burnt at the stake than equal partners.
To this extent, I originally had believed that LCR's were simply confused individuals who came out of the closet, but secretly longed for the 'mainstream recognition' brought by virtual gay bashers. Because our society is so filled with hate and fear of 'difference' this strategy could actually represent a level of comfort to some people in a time when GLBT people (although not without ongoing challenges) have an easier social and political existence than enjoyed by previous generations. Apparently, I was wrong.
Tafel does want equality, but only for gays and lesbians who fit a 'cookie cutter' mold of respectability. Anybody pointing out the world (and public policy) does not operate in that manner becomes castigated. Meanwhile, like heterosexual bigots---Tafel and company's `respectability' serves more to judge and condemn 'other' people than convincingly build their own argument.
Unlike homophobes, Tafel...etc then actually has the nerve to wonder why the community cannot take him seriously. He actually does not realize that you cannot proscribe such sexuality and then expect everybody (especially those people falling outside of your stated ideals) to be enthusiastic about your organization and/or yourself.
At least the Jerry Falwells of the world admit their rhetoric burns bridges with the community.
Because the book is about how great TAFEL's own views are (and conveniently glosses over contradictions) it is not for the serious researcher. This title is something which you would read in the library or pick up at the used bookstore.
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Summary: Eye Opener
Review: I, a 22 year old gay man (Democrat) who future hopfuly will be in gay politic, I LOVE THIS BOOK! It has given me insights, and expanded my mine on issue dealing with America Today. I'll have to admit after reading this.. this March I'll be voting republican.
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Summary: Disenchanted Democrats should read this book!
Review: Rich Tafel answered many of my questions as I struggled to figure out why I was still committed to the Democratic party. Tafel makes clear and cogent points about the differences between the Democratic and Republican parties and comes out on top every time. He gives evidence to the contrary that gay Republican is an oxymoron. This is a must read for anyone who cares about the political future of gays and especially for those who see morals and values not as buzz words used by the Right but a way of life that should not be anathema to the gay community.
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Summary: Well-written, provocative defense of gay Republicanism.
Review: Rich Tafel has done a marvelous job of explaining why "gay Republican" isn't an oxymoron (or shouldn't be). This is a fast-read (I read it in one sitting) and provocative book that effectively skewers both the gay Democratic left and the homophobic Republican right. This book is a must-read especially for fellow Republicans who would be well served by heeding Tafel's libertarian ideals which served the basis for the rise of the Republican party in the first place.
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Summary: Well-written, provocative defense of gay Republicanism.
Review: This is the first book I've read by Richard Tafel. For so long, I've held close to my heart the same values as Mr. Tafel had written. I couldn't put it down. Marvin B. Ingram
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