Just received this in an email from a law school buddy who goes to UC Davis. There's this Third World Mural at the Memorial Union that was defaced on Wednesday. This mural is made up of many images depicting the voices of many people of color on their campus. The Palestinian flag, rendered in the shape of a dove in the mural, was painted over with a Star of David. Classy.
In another fight against ridiculous hatred:
It’s been decided. On October 20th, 2010, we will wear purple in honor of the 6 gay boys who committed suicide in recent weeks/months due to homophobic abuse in their homes at at their schools. Purple represents Spirit on the LGBTQ flag and that’s exactly what we’d like all of you to have with you: spirit. Please know that times will get better and that you will meet people who will love you and respect you for who you are, no matter your sexuality. Please wear purple on October 20th. Tell your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and schools.
RIP Tyler Clementi, Seth Walsh (top)
RIP Justin Aaberg, Raymond Chase (middle)
RIP Asher Brown and Billy Lucas. (bottom)
REBLOG to spread a message of love, unity and peace.