Drive-by updating!
I’m short on time today, so I’m going to leave you with two things that are definitely worth reading and then flee to ‘handle mah business’, as they say.
First, something heartening: Advocate.com talks to openly gay U.S. military servicemembers currently on duty in Iraq. It discusses the lives of soldiers who have come out in the field, and the impact that it’s had on their units, defying the Pentagon assumption that homosexuality in the ranks would cause the units to collapse. It’s really a great read.
And next, something saddening (with rather strong imagery): The story of Aaron “Shorty” Hall. “Bookshop” tells the story far better than I ever could, so I’ll leave it in her capable hands. (Lyndsey has coverage on it, as well.) Hall’s story is not for the weak of heart or the weak of stomach - he died brutally, painfully. And the worst part?
Hardly anyone seems to care.
aaron shorty hall, hate crimes, don’t ask don’t tell, gay military, lesbian military
June 20th, 2007 at 6:20 pm
That is absolutely ridiculous. You would think that people would learn but NO…Aaron Hall’s story is depressing, it broke my heart. It made me angry, and it made me scream. What’s worse is, as you said, nothing seems to be done about it. I suppose in a way, by spreading the word, people can come together and do something…but will it be enough?
That’s what makes me really sad.
*le sigh*
Peace, love and chocolate chip cookie dough