He clearly does not denigrate gay folk as perverts.
Even supposing he lied about being friends with some, no-one would even claim to be friends with perverts.
You have no case.

I disagree with him on gay marriage, but I defend his right to express and defend that view.
That is because I am liberal and tolerant, unlike all of you.

You are free to ignore my request to stop ganging up with others in the persecution of another member, just because none of you can challenge his case.

You resort to abuse and think that worthy.
It is not.
It demonstrates your inadequacy.