I'm an American living overseas, but I use 'Yahoo' for my email, and this morning when I logged in this was one of the top stories. Of course, I was shocked and saddened to read it. So much pain caused by such a stupid prank.
What disgusted me, however, was the 'Comments' section. I know the anonymity of the internet generally brings out the worst in people, but I could only stomach about 10-15 comments before I had to turn the computer off and walk away. I used to think I would live abroad for about 2 more years and then eventually move back to the United States, but more and more I think that I just don't have a home there. I know you can find bigotry and hatred in many places, but it seems like persecuting gays/lesbians/queers is becoming more and more accepted in America.
I feel… terrible.