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Abandoned in Chelsea with Brian Derrick
Aug 18, 2023
Brian Derrick, political strategist and stone fox, talks about Oath, a platform to maximize political donations. They discuss the Trump situation, life as a gay Catholic school boy, cultural Catholicism, Thanksgiving with differing views, Joe in '24, alien conspiracies, and more.
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Quick takeaways
- Growing up as a gay Catholic teenager in '90s Ohio and finding support amidst conservative beliefs.
- Approaching political conversations with conservatives by finding common ground and setting boundaries to maintain relationships.
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Growing up in a Catholic community and navigating being gay
Brian Derrick describes growing up in a Catholic community in Cincinnati, which was culturally Catholic rather than strictly adhering to the dogmatic tenets of the faith. He discusses the internal conflict he experienced as a gay teenager in a community that held conservative beliefs, especially about homosexuality. Despite feeling pressure from the church and the community, Derrick found support from his family and later joined the LGBT civil rights movement, dedicating himself to creating a more accepting and inclusive environment for others.
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