I am so sorry that this book has gained the fame that it has. It is true that is has brought to the light a very serious matter, but it also helped to cement some of your ignorances. The instant someone says that are gay, especially is its a black male, society says AIDS. Well guess what, AIDS is not a punishment from God. God isn't man and doesn't work like you all work, thank goodness for that. Not all gay men hav AIDS.....and think........your negative attitudes are what make it so hard for men to come out and be themselves. Its such a catch 22. Society says "If you're gay, then be gay" but then you turn around and attack those who are gay.