In every part of the world, coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgendered (LGBT) is a difficult choice -- so delicately personal and private, while also fearlessly public and declarative. It takes not only sheer courage, strength and determination but a deeper understanding of your sense of self, of...

Coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgendered (LGBT) in the United States is a difficult choice. It takes recognized American virtues of courage, sheer will, and determination, but it is an act of self-interest simply by how personal, delicate, and private it is. Being LGBT is an ingredient of...