Quote by Thom Gunn

It was difficult being a teacher and out of the closet in the '50s. By the time I retired, the English department was proud of having a gay poet of a certain minor fame. It was a very satisfactory change!

It was difficult being a teacher and out of the closet in th

Summary

This quote highlights the challenging environment for LGBTQ+ individuals in the 1950s, particularly for those working in the field of education. The speaker, presumably a teacher, implies that being open about their sexuality was difficult during that era. However, as time passed and opinions shifted, the English department where the speaker worked became more accepting. The mention of a "gay poet of a certain minor fame" suggests that there was progress and recognition for LGBTQ+ individuals, making the speaker's retirement a satisfying milestone in witnessing positive change.

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