D Brooks is not gay we would have heard it by now. But he does want to keep his plush job at the NY Times so he churns out this kind of stuff that "resonates" with NY Times readers. Maureen Dowd caters to them even more shamelessly, She bashed Ryan two days ago. It was Brooks' turn yesterday
I do have lib friends (due to common interest in backyard gardening and fruit trees) and I can tell you they luxuriate in such NY Times columns. They think they are the height of cleverness and wit. They think Dowd and Brooks are really sticking it to them (Damn Republicans and Christian fascists!!!!!!!)
They are not your friends, they are your acquaintances.
Your Friends share your belief system and values. Those same “friends” would have no problem with the Government stealing the fruits and vegetables from your Garden to give to those they deem worthier than you.
I have Lib In-Laws. I talk to them only as a courtesy to my Wife. I am always pleasant, but there is a unspoken understanding of what I will and will not tolerate. Their Vote damages my Country and adversely affects my way of life and I make a point to never forget it. They know what is required to redeem themselves in my eyes. This November will either heal or damage whatever relationship I have with them. My understanding nature died the day they Voted for Obama. Ignorance is curable, Stupidity is forever.
If this is the same D Brooks of Clinton era fame....he is a flame.