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by Alexandra Caldwell
Kate Kane is the kind of woman that I looked up to who helped me come out publicly, even though I didn't know of her character yet. I admire women who embrace their sexuality and aren't afraid if the world knows that they love women. These women, such as bisexual songwriter Ani DiFranco, helped me take those first steps. But of course, coming out is an ongoing process. Even after all the family and friends know, as well as anyone who finds their way to CLGBT, there are always other people haven't yet heard. Everyone important in my life has known since the first few months that I figured out that I'm bi and chose a polyamorous lifestyle with my husband. Family, friends, a few select "safe" co-workers -- that wasn't bad. New people in my life find out quickly, and if they can't deal, then well, I only just met them anyway -- although I have yet to run into someone who hasn't accepted it. And then, hey, if people find me through CLGBT, I figured that that was the best and most appropriate environment for that as it is, so I'm cool with that too. But then there are those stragglers. The ones you're not quite sure are safe or not. That's where Batwoman's courage is helpful.
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