I’m thinking about joining my firm’s lesbian and gay group, but have some doubts. While my firm portrays itself as a tolerant employer, I am worried that being openly gay will affect my chances of promotion at the firm – the management is largely old-school, and very straight. Should I join the group and help fight discrimination, or just stay quiet?

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