Two Henrys

In "Two Henrys," Kevin Allison recounts his humorous and courageous experience of coming out as a Catholic schoolboy in 1970s Ohio. The story follows his close friendship with Ben, which is dramatically tested after Kevin reveals his biggest secret, leading to a two-year cold war. As tensions escalate surrounding their rival candidacies for student council president, the school becomes divided, setting the stage for an outrageous confrontation. Part of the anthology "This Can’t Be Happening," this true tale offers a blend of humor and reflection on navigating challenging social dynamics.