#SafetyPin… In an effort to grow… If I told you to not to wear the safety pin, you need not listen to me. However you choose to show your support, solidarity, your alliance is your business.
I am trying my best to not see it as an unspoken way of saying #AllLivesMatter (when used to counter #BlackLivesMatter). That’s my issue and it is wrong of me to project those feelings onto anyone.
I’m sure many people have experienced where a supposed ally remained silent or was a no show when they were needed most or had the opportunity to foster change/justice. I, myself, have been that ally that didn’t show up. The fear and judgment that comes from that are my own and have nothing to do with the character the person wearing the safety pin.
#CarryOn