Laura Ann Carleton’s killing puts all LGBTQ+ allies on alert

To the editor: The killing of Laura Ann Carleton over her resolution to fly the LGBTQ+ satisfaction flag exterior her retailer was not “mindless.” It had a really particular message from the illiberal proper for People: “Don’t get up for or defend the folks we hate. Don’t intrude as we minimize them out of the herd, as we condemn their existence, and as we affirm our proper to take a seat on the prime of the American caste system.”

Carleton’s killing is a reminder to us all that the merciless and irresponsible habits by what was the Republican Occasion has penalties that aren’t restricted to the LGBTQ+ group, the immigrant group, the Black group or some other group they search to bully into submission (or nonexistence).

Their type of xenophobia and hate has no backside and could possibly be deployed towards anybody of us who will get of their manner. We should stand for the true, various, important America of the longer term.

Duane Bindschadler, Venice

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To the editor: I went into Carleton’s retailer in Cedar Glen close to Lake Arrowhead for the primary time final month. I informed the lady ringing up my newly acquired squirrel salt and pepper shakers that I loved the “vibe of the shop.”

I want I had been extra express, letting her know that it was the flag that drew me in — the flag that Carleton died for, the one which made me really feel as if this mountain group was a spot the place family and friends may really feel welcome and at dwelling.

Erika Wright, Los Angeles

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To the editor: If the image isn’t clear sufficient for everybody, LGBTQ+ people are below assault.

It’s time for the these of us who help a various, inclusive, welcoming group to talk up and inform those that can be pushed again into the closet that we stand with them.

Tom Iannucci, Los Angeles