James Parkes’ Boyfriend Speaks

Tom Downey, the boyfriend of James Parkes, recently severely beaten in Liverpool by a gang of up to 20 boys after leaving a gay club, spoke to Liverpool EchoTV ahead of Liverpool’s anti-hate crime vigil. At the vigil he said:

“This time last week I never thought I would be standing here saying all this. The reason I am here is to stand up for not only what I believe in but what we all believe in and to push our right to freedom.

“The attack which happened last week was a massive shock to the nation and surely this is the final straw.

“No matter whether we are straight, gay or transgender it should make no difference – it’s what’s inside that counts.”

James thankfully meanwhile has been allowed to go home and is recovering from his ordeal. Thirteen boys have been arrested so far for his attack.

(video via Towleroad)

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