A number of individuals tried to make my homosexuality a topic of debate. I admittedly found that rather upsetting.

The reality is that most gay couples don't want to adopt a child. Those who do, though, are often prepared to devote themselves entirely to their adoptive child.

Let's not ask whether the parents are gay or heterosexual. The important thing is who the best parents are in each individual case.

It's ridiculous to insinuate that the social recognition of homosexual civil unions damages families or the institution of marriage.

Every time I see niqabs, I feel very uncomfortable because it's the opposite of my idea of opened society.

I've never made a secret of my homosexuality.

Anyone who still feels today that he has to lead a double life because he's gay is driven by a fear that I think is unfounded.