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Why gay men are girls’ best friends

I was told that a girl’s best friend is not diamonds, but a gay man. You can hang out without the pressure of being hit on, and he will take you home if you’re drunk, get you undressed, and in bed without ogling your body and thoughts of molesting you.

From the few friendships I’ve had with a few gay guys, this is true. They make the perfect best friends, always willing to indulge you and treat you like gentlemen. But what about when your straight guys are your friends? Where do you draw the line on platonic friendships?

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