Mr. Hormel’s son, Jimmy, who managed the family investment firm with his father, wrote: “Those who oppose my father’s nomination on the premise that sexual orientation affects ‘family values’ are not familiar with the strength of our family. While I was growing up, my father never tried to influence my sexuality in any way. What he did teach me was kindness, acceptance of others, honesty, self-esteem, and standing up for what you believe.”
