revolutionarykoolaid: One of the most frustrating aspects of the mainstream conversation surrounding
revolutionarykoolaid: One of the most frustrating aspects of the mainstream conversation surrounding the tragedy at Pulse Orlando this past weekend is the erasure of Latinx/Afro-Latinx bodies from the story being painted. This is not simply an issue of terrorism or gun violence or homophobia. More than that, it’s about how folks at the intersections, at the margins of the margins, are often re-traumatized/victimized by the state and the dominant after experiencing violence or threat thereof. Nowhere is this clearer than in the the case of undocumented victims in the Pulse massacre. Take some time to read the following article in full, and if you haven’t yet, consider donating to the victims of this tragedy. (Equality Florida, the sponsor of the main GoFundMe has vowed assistance, regardless of status. However, in the coming days, I am going to try and find some more direct pathways with some local comrades. Stay posted.) (Full Article) So many communities lost too much. My heart and prayers are completely theirs. Also, the GoFundMe page is totally still open guys if you wanna go donate, just as it says above. Every little bit helps in such a tragic time for all of these families. <3 I love every single one of you. -- source link