Equality Texas HQ Gets Vandalized

The Austin headquarters for Equality Texas, a statewide organization that educates and engages people on policies and their effect on Texans of all sexual orientations, were vandalized this past weekend. Perpetrators smashed the large plate glass window facing the street, but didn't enter the building or remove any of its contents.

While no one's coming right out to say that this was a targeted attack, what appears to be the case is that no other buildings in the area were hit, and neighbors in the area have not witnessed similar incidents recently.

"We appreciate the concern of our members and our neighbors," said Paul Scott, Equality Texas Executive Director. "This act of vandalism, whether random or targeted, is a surprise to us in this neighborhood. The act was clearly intended to cause damage to an occupied office and has disrupted our activities as well as will have a financial impact. We thank everyone for their help."

Due to the nature of the attack, Equality Texas' insurance policy won't cover the damage, and, moreover, their business lease holds them responsible for the plate glass replacement—which is why now would be a great time to help out a worthy advocacy group in need and donate a few bucks to help them get patched up.

(via Burnt Orange Report)