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“Boy lovers and the lesbians who have young lovers... are not child molesters. The child abusers are priests, teachers, therapists, cops and parents who force their staid morality onto the young people in their custody.”

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Patrick Califia

Patrick Califia, born in 1954, is an American writer known for his works in sex literature and LGBTQ+ rights. His works often focus on marginalized and overlooked groups, delving into themes of sex, power, and identity. more

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