Being gay; is it a choice or are you born that way (let's hear it)

Being gay; is it a choice or are you born that way (let's hear it)
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answer:I don’t believe it’s a choice, except for people who are naturally bisexual, then you have the choice if you wish, to restrict yourself to heterosexual-only or homosexual-only relationships. You’re not changing your sexuality but the way you act on it. But I also believe that bisexuality is a gift; why restrict yourself in such a way?
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