Aaron Jon Schock (born May 28, 1981) is a former American politician who was Republican U.S. Representative for Illinois's 18th congressional district from 2009 until 2015. The district is based in Peoria and includes part of Springfield. He was the first member of the U.S. Congress born in the 1980s; when he took his seat in 2009 he was the youngest member of Congress. Previously, Schock had served two terms in the Illinois House of Representatives, also as its youngest member.
An open letter to former GOP Congressman Aaron Schock
Congratulations on coming out, Aaron. I think I can speak for most LGBTQ people when I say that we can identify completely with the fear, loneliness, and struggle that come with speaking one’s truth.
Like you, many of us faced criticism, scorn and rejection from our families when they found out the truth about our orientation or identity.
Some queer people have faced far worse than the things you describe, up to and including violence and murder. Related: Kevin Spacey comes out as gay after
