I just came to terms with myself being gay but most of my close friends are very religious or heavy right wing. Would it be better to not tell them?
Wait how old are you.. Depending on this, people's views might be different and you might be in a better position
You are at a good age to tell people but I would start with the more excepting people and then gradually work up the them.. They aren't good friends if they don't except something that doesn't even effect them..