In one way I agree with your motivations. But on another, I have to disagree. Lying about the potential danger of your blood products increases the danger of the blood supply, because screening is imperfect. I understand this motivation of the regulations; however, ALL people who have sex, or use IV products, or engage in other activities that possibly CAN infect the blood supply, are just as MUCH of a risk as a gay man. My feeling is that gay men should be allowed to donate, because the need IS there, but if they want to single out "gay" blood, fine---predudice is stupid, but it is hard to change. Set it aside, and screen it more carefully. Irradiate it, to kill off any viruses--this is done commonly, by the way---blood and blood products are commonly irradiated to kill the nasties, without hurting the blood. If people want to deny you the ability to help, fine--screw them---they don;t deserve your blood.