Threads has prompted hundreds of responses, primarily from straight men regarding their friendships with gay guys.User @justintycarey posted a question “for straight men who are generally LGBTQ accepting”:Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.“If you meet a gay man, or a guy you find out is gay, are you opposed to being his friend or are you disappointed to find out he’s gay?
I never know if straight men are down to be friends. They’re always so awkward.”In less than 24 hours, the post has received over a thousand replies.
It’s heartening to read that the majority of respondents generally do not care about someone’s sexuality and say friendship is based more on shared interests or values.Here are some of the replies…“Genuinely give zero f*cks.
If we were cool before I knew, we’re cool after I know,” said one.“Usually gay men align better with my worldviews than straight men in my area, so I would be thrilled to find a new friend who isn’t a blatant homophobe,” said another.“Not at all [disappointed].