I've always felt at home in the Church. Catholics are often more laid back than they are given credit for - presumably because at the back of their minds they realize that, if necessary, they can always confess everything to their local priest.

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

I didn't choose to be gay. It would be more accurate to say that it was determined by nature.

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.

Being gay is not a political accomplishment in itself. It's not enough to constitute a political platform.