“…and there’s also something about Strom Thurmond, whose name always sticks with me because it sounds like Lobster Thermidor, which is a dish that calls for washing head cavities in white wine.” FoodDishesLobstersStrom ThurmondLobster Thermidor Book:Idle Grounds Source: Idle Grounds
“With regard to Senator Strom Thurmond's attack on my morality, I have no comment. By religious training and fundamental philosophy, I am disinclined to to put myself in the position of having to defend my own moral character. Questions in this area should properly be directed to those who have entrusted me with my present responsibilities.” MoralityHomosexualitySelf DefenseBeing GayGaynessStrom Thurmond Book:Down the Line: The Collected Writings of Bayard Rustin Source: Down the Line: The Collected Writings of Bayard Rustin