Patrick Casey:  

Life Hey all! I guess the first thing that should be addressed is the question of sexual orientation. Many of you wondered, thought, were sure or whatever, that I was Gay. Back in those days, I wondered the same thing about me. In all honesty, I either really didn't know, or couldn't face it myself. Just the accusation was enough for me to deal with. In those days, I lacked the inner strength to delve to deeply into myself. Let's face it, it was a different world back then. Well it took a 13 year marrage before I could face the truth. My inability to be honest with myself and others regarding this issue caused not only me, but so many others, much pain and sorrow and for that I will be forever sorry, but "coming out" wasn't even a considered option back then. I finally did make it out of the closet at the age of 32 (hey, I'm a late bloomer) and have found that honesty really IS the best policy. So the answer is, yes. I am gay. Politically, I have remained active and liberal. I have worked on many issue campaigns mostly having to do with civil rights issues and ev...Expand for more