The Politics of Outing Gays - "OUTRAGE"

May/2009 - CNN Reports New Film 'Outrage'. Outs Gay Politicians

"Outrage," a new documentary from filmmaker Kirby Dick, takes issue with the secret lives of closeted gay politicians -- especially conservative Republicans who outwardly oppose gay rights.

The film, which premiered last week at the Tribeca Film Festival, features tell-alls from men who say they've had relationships with various Republicans, including Florida Governor Charlie Crist, Bush strategist Ken Mehlman and former Senator Larry Craig.

According to Magnolia Pictures, "Outrage" is a "searing indictment of the hypocrisy of closeted politicians with appalling gay rights voting records who actively campaign against the LGBT community they covertly belong to."

In the documentary, Dick lambastes the mainstream media for not better investigating the politicians' "hypocrisy" and double lives. He told New York magazine that the film explores "the issues surrounding closeted politicians and their hypocrisy in voting anti-gay -- and how these people have harmed millions of Americans for many years."

"Outrage" premieres May 8 in five cities, including Washington, D.C.

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[jeangrey65]

They go against their sexuality for votes and to appease those who voted for them. They are hypocrites. I have seen this movie and disagree with what is going on. I feel that if you hire someone to vote for you, that person should share the same ideals. When I questioned homophobes about this, they really didn't care if who represented them was gay, just so long as they voted "Their" beliefs against gays. It's offical, our society has lost all Honor and integrity .

[jophus82]

haha. I used to work for the Senate Majority Caucus back when it was held by the republicans. 30% is a conservative number. You didn't seem to understand this interview very well. The majority of the people they are talking about aren't voted in.

Oh yeah, and fuck you for wanting to get rid of someone based on what they like to do in their bedroom. You are the reason they're hiding.

[twinkie13st]

I'm totally going to watch this movie, I can't believe this is the first time that I'm hearing about this!

[llHyRaXll]

Don Lemon is a HOMOSEXUAL did you know that? funny thing is a always had a some sort of feeling he was homo.. btw he is also a punk you should see how rudely he treated Bill Nye when he came on cnn to discuss the Japan earthquake

[freakylocz14]

So now all gays must have the same political opinions? So much for diversity.

[amielanquist41]

dude, these are hilarious!! saw this in webmovietube

[glenniesamoyoa26]

this is great !! going to watch this in webmovietube

[fashionhistorylover]

@jeangrey65 Elton John.

[jeangrey65]

@fashionhistorylover really? The only homosexuals who don't believe in the same freedoms of marriage are those who are paid to discredit it, like those in politics. Name a gay public figure who supports your theory.

[fashionhistorylover]

@jeangrey65 Not all homosexuals believe in gay marriage and things like that.

[ultrapirtle]

Of course outing is intrusive and rude. However, its not as intrusive and rude as the legislation these self loathing homosexuals work on and vote on.

[vidhead85]

@DDPeeler Absolutely, what is so anti family about fighting for marriage and adoption? That's what these anti gay politicians are gonna have to answer