These bullied kids took their lives because they couldn't bear the pain and shame. But they were beautiful, whole, and complete. I fight for them everyday

Clockwise from top left: Asher Brown, Billy Lucas, Justin Aaberg, Tyler Clementi, and Seth Walsh.

Often, I think about queer kids like these, feel the piercing pain of growing up in a homophobic society, and do my best to stand up for them, my (15-year-old) self, and love. But make no mistake, we are changing this country and world, as love is triumphing over fear. I will never give up this cause.