National Day of Silence
So I know my entire f-list is not from the U.S., but today is recognized across the States, in 100s of high school and colleges/universities, as Day of Silence. In observance of this day, students take a vow of silence in order to symbolize the collective and common silence many in the LGBTQQI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and intersex) have to face on a daily basis out of fear of reprisal or threat to their safety due to their gender or sexual/affectional expression. Even if you don't take a vow of silence today (it can be for part of the day as well), please at least recognize and respect those who may be. For more information, feel free to visit the linked site. Sometimes you'd be surprised just how loud your silence can be.