"Mm, it is true. I think most of us have a willingness now to get our story out, but those of us in different fraternities view things in different ways. Neither side is completely quiet."

As is often the case, those who speak loudest are the ones with the most extremist views, who tend to make their own side look unreasonable. Christine has always thought herself a strict Libertarian, but her views have softened these last few years and she admits to some Aequitarian leanings as well.

"I suppose if you hear any of us freely speaking of our experiences, asking questions would not be unwelcome."