Joe Begala says his friends have a terrific son , Joe ; strong , intelligent , sensitive and also gay . And yet shortly after he came out of the closet at age 13 , Joe attempted suicide . This was no surprise to his smart , loving parents ; but at home , Joe tried to be himself , he says . He says the dad wrote a book about helping Joe through life as he came out . Begala : It offers a good reminder at home , as families share love and acceptance .
Joe Begala says his friends have a terrific son , Joe ; strong , intelligent , sensitive and also gay . This was no surprise to his smart , loving parents ; but at home , Joe tried to be himself , he says . He says the dad wrote a book about helping Joe through life as he came out . Begala : It offers a good reminder at home , as families share love and acceptance .