‘I did not choose to be gay’ | Wes Streeting on sexuality and God

“All I can tell you is that not only did I not choose to be gay, I chose for many years not to be gay. And it was painful and harmful when I see other people who've suffered in that way.”

Wes Streeting open up about his experiences balancing his sexuality and faith on #TimesRadio.

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[crystalclear]

My Son would have a very similar story. I was 18 when I fell pregnant and my son is 19 he is also gay and he was born that way I knew before he knew.
He is amazing.

[BrandonBDN]

Glad to see this, It's not contradictory, and it's not a sin. As a gay Christian myself I appreciate Streeting speaking on this.

[leonerose]

Was just reading the other day about the amazing genetics are finding. In "Headline" they wrote - 47 Terms That Describe Sexual Attraction, Behavior, and Orientation. Great article - you are fine as you are. ❤

[thetragicyouth]

Didn't choose to be gay, but did choose to advocate further privatisation of the NHS (while accepting large donations from private healthcare firms, incidentally).

[brianwarden]

His take on gender is correct. It requires a thoughtful approach rooted in respect for everyone involved.

[Bernaren]

Thank you, Wes, for your vulnerability.

[DanJohnsAMAZING]

Did choose to try and set fire to a pet shop. Did choose to support McDonalds over underpaid staff. Chooses to support further privatisation of NHS services. Lickspittle.

[Tom_murray]

A great human being he was the NUS president while I was at college and I’m so glad he’s a mp. Also I think he’d be a great prime minister. As well as that I feel that he will able to be a relatable prime minister

[TheSlinkyinky]

Wonderful man. Integrity and accountability. A rarity in UK Politics. Thank you Wes

[alastairwallace]

Good for you Wes, glad your around to help our country out of this mess and dont ever be ashamed of who you are,

Great that your rents did so well considering how hard things where for them, very mature of them and says a lot about their strong characters to see it through and raise such a decent man, its a tough choice and they made the right one for them.

Fascinating family history

Maybe future PM!

[janecourtenay]

Watched in Australia … a very impressive young man. He deserves to go far. ❤

[rhyslewis]

What an incredible interview. I can not wait to have more genuine, down to earth people in government😭😍genuinely, even if things can not be fixed immediately, hope is restored!!!

[Matt-czti]

This man has a glittering career ahead of him. Great office of state, party leader, Prime Minister

[aperera]

Yeah Wes, and how does Stonewall’s “no debate” mantra play into your “let’s get around the table scenario”?

[greyfox]

Oh so what about being Trans tho seem to have a differing opinion on that doesnt he, as long as he stays on top.

[mkleng]

What exactly is the Christian view on gay? I mean Christians vs Catholic view

[Titus]

Pity he's such a venal Politician. He's wasted in a roll preparing the NHS for further private 'investment'...

[manufacturingdissent]

I think she would be horrified at your right wing beliefs

[manufacturingdissent]

I didnt realize till i saw him on tv today....then decided to find out, he had to choose between God & being a F K N C N T