There are completely valid opinions on both sides of this topic. It really is difficult with such a sensitive topic to navigate the minefield of emotions. That being said, might it be nice to have Brandon use the power of his voice to take a stand? Yes. However, I can totally understand if he is less than totally public in dealing with this. He might say something in a stream which will reach thousands of ears and eyes around the world. He might say nothing at all. Ultimately, Brandon has to do what he feels is best. He does have his family to consider. Repercussions for coming out strongly on any topic are always unpredictable. Speaking for myself at least I cannot and would not condemn his silence on this as I cannot claim to know how I would act if I were in his position. It's easy for me to say and do as I will because I am an individual if I had to worry about my family being caught in the consequences of what I did I might not be so quick to act in certain ways. It is a delicate balance that always must be struck. Moral outrage is one thing to be sure of being able to act on it without the fear that others will be hurt by what you say or do is another. We don't know why there is silence, but I think that in time more will become clear. If time does not necessarily heal all wounds then for certain it offers perspective. I know for me it's hard to judge. I simply trust that in the end whatever does happen will be something that Brandon in his situation is able to live with.