From Rick Reilly's latest column (dont know why I read it, but)
I have identified as transgendered for as long as I can remember but still ended up as a college football player. I am too afraid to come out because, for me, I know it will cause me to lose my job, family, any chance at a relationship, friends and safety. I believe that ignorance about it makes a large contribution to our high suicide rate, which I have also strongly considered. Any mention of our struggles in a national spotlight can only help ease the way for more women like your friend and myself. I merely want to thank you for staying her friend through her difficult times and being understanding of our plight in general.
-- Marissa T (Rochester, N.Y.)
Good luck. I wish you the best whatever you choose.
- Seems like a bad choice of words for Rick here, seeing as Marissa said that she had thought about coming out, staying in the closet and suicide. I would not wish her the best with one of those choices.
From Rick Reilly's latest column (dont know why I read it, but)
I have identified as transgendered for as long as I can remember but still ended up as a college football player. I am too afraid to come out because, for me, I know it will cause me to lose my job, family, any chance at a relationship, friends and safety. I believe that ignorance about it makes a large contribution to our high suicide rate, which I have also strongly considered. Any mention of our struggles in a national spotlight can only help ease the way for more women like your friend and myself. I merely want to thank you for staying her friend through her difficult times and being understanding of our plight in general.
-- Marissa T (Rochester, N.Y.)
Good luck. I wish you the best whatever you choose.
- Seems like a bad choice of words for Rick here, seeing as Marissa said that she had thought about coming out, staying in the closet and suicide. I would not wish her the best with one of those choices.
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