Dear roselyn,
It has been over 6 years since our son Matthew was brutally murdered in Laramie, Wyoming.
No matter how much time passes, the pain of losing our son never seems to diminish. The understanding that he was taken from us simply because he was gay only adds to the confusion and pain.
Since his death, my husband and I have devoted our lives to promoting acceptance and understanding in communities, churches, schools, workplaces – anywhere we can get people to listen, so that we can help end discrimination and hate against our gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) friends and family.
Soon after Matthew’s death, Dennis and I started the Matthew Shepard Foundation to help raise awareness. We felt that as allies to the GLBT community, we had an opportunity to make a difference. Although many GLBT people enjoy welcoming workplaces and accepting families and communities, many still do not. That’s why I have joined with the Human Rights Campaign in their efforts to end discrimination and why today, I'd like to ask you to become a member of HRC. Simply click here to join now. https://secure.ga3.org/03/splash_join?source=W06AGEPG5
HRC is an organization that is fighting for all of us - gay, straight, bisexual or transgender. They do amazing work on hate crimes and workplace discrimination, but also work tirelessly to change cultural beliefs and attitudes about GLBT individuals. In recent months, they have worked to reframe the debate about “gay rights” by urging people to understand that ending discrimination and securing civil rights for ALL AMERICANS is what we must be fighting for in order to create a just society. And it is all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or religious beliefs, that we need standing with us today to create a truly accepting culture based on equality for every citizen
Because hate and discrimination have so personally affected my family’s life, I know how critical HRC's work is to everyday people. When you join us, know that you’ll be standing with over 600,000 Americans who will not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our constitution, in our schools, our workplaces, our places of worship, or our communities. HRC is not just an organization “for” GLBT people. It is an organization for all people who believe we can create a world where acceptance and diversity are welcomed and nurtured.
Many blessings, Judy ShepardPS
- There is nothing that can ever bring Matthew back, but doing this work, supporting these issues, is what helps me get through the day. In the quiet moments, I remember his laugh, his hugs, and how much he cared about everyone else and their happiness. I think the least we can do for him and other victims of hate and discrimination is stand up and come together to make our communities a safe, fair place for GLBT Americans. I hope that you will stand with me by joining HRC today. Click here.
It has been over 6 years since our son Matthew was brutally murdered in Laramie, Wyoming.
No matter how much time passes, the pain of losing our son never seems to diminish. The understanding that he was taken from us simply because he was gay only adds to the confusion and pain.
Since his death, my husband and I have devoted our lives to promoting acceptance and understanding in communities, churches, schools, workplaces – anywhere we can get people to listen, so that we can help end discrimination and hate against our gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) friends and family.
Soon after Matthew’s death, Dennis and I started the Matthew Shepard Foundation to help raise awareness. We felt that as allies to the GLBT community, we had an opportunity to make a difference. Although many GLBT people enjoy welcoming workplaces and accepting families and communities, many still do not. That’s why I have joined with the Human Rights Campaign in their efforts to end discrimination and why today, I'd like to ask you to become a member of HRC. Simply click here to join now. https://secure.ga3.org/03/splash_join?source=W06AGEPG5
HRC is an organization that is fighting for all of us - gay, straight, bisexual or transgender. They do amazing work on hate crimes and workplace discrimination, but also work tirelessly to change cultural beliefs and attitudes about GLBT individuals. In recent months, they have worked to reframe the debate about “gay rights” by urging people to understand that ending discrimination and securing civil rights for ALL AMERICANS is what we must be fighting for in order to create a just society. And it is all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or religious beliefs, that we need standing with us today to create a truly accepting culture based on equality for every citizen
Because hate and discrimination have so personally affected my family’s life, I know how critical HRC's work is to everyday people. When you join us, know that you’ll be standing with over 600,000 Americans who will not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our constitution, in our schools, our workplaces, our places of worship, or our communities. HRC is not just an organization “for” GLBT people. It is an organization for all people who believe we can create a world where acceptance and diversity are welcomed and nurtured.
Many blessings, Judy ShepardPS
- There is nothing that can ever bring Matthew back, but doing this work, supporting these issues, is what helps me get through the day. In the quiet moments, I remember his laugh, his hugs, and how much he cared about everyone else and their happiness. I think the least we can do for him and other victims of hate and discrimination is stand up and come together to make our communities a safe, fair place for GLBT Americans. I hope that you will stand with me by joining HRC today. Click here.
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