links for 2008-09-19

"LGBT related hate crimes have been on the rise in the district lately. There have been at least three incidents in the last few weeks, involving young gay men being brutally beaten while out in the streets. We're not talking about people who were out really late at night, or even walking alone. One of the most recent victims, Tony Randolph Hunter, died yesterday from his injuries. It hasn't been confirmed that these incidents were hate crimes, but it's probable. "

(tags: hatecrime lgbt)

"We're thrilled to announce that in just three short days, you've rallied together and propelled us beyond our $40,000 fundraising goal. In fact, by the time we looked up from our computers, you'd already donated $46,000!" Awwww yeah, and they emailed me about my article today! We're back in business y'all! Mad love to EVERYONE who helped!!! – LDP