On the Down Low

Delivering the first frank and thorough investigation of life "on the down low," King exposes a closeted culture of sex between black men who lead straight lives. In this explosive tell-all, the author informs women of what they need to know to save their lives and the lives of their children.

J. L. KING is an HIV/STD prevention activist, educator, and author. His expertise has been cited in national publications such as the New York Times and Essence, and his television appearances have ranged from The News Hour with Jim Lehrer to Black Entertainment Television. The father of three, he lives in Chicago.

Introduction: The Journey to Self Acceptance

ix

1 On the DL

1

(16)

2 "But I'm Not Gay!"

17

(12)

3 Was My Marriage a Lie?

29

(18)

4 She Can't Compete with Him

47

(12)

5 I Love the Ladies, Too

59

(14)

6 "Oh God!"

73

(4)

7 The Black Church

77

(8)

8 To Serve and Not Protect

85

(8)

9 The Criminal Justice System

93

(12)

10 Talking to Our Youth About Sex Is Key

105

(14)

11 Tops and Bottoms

119

(4)

12 The Signs

123

(12)

13 DL Behavior Types

135

(18)

14 Making Connections on the DL

153

(8)

15 A Need to Protect Ourselves and Others

161

(8)

16 No More Secrets

169

(10)

17 Your Opinion Matters

179

(4)

18 Women Still Want a Relationship

183

(4)

Acknowledgments

187

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