VIDEO: Man Stands Up to Grown-Up Bully; Bully Gets Pissed

I originally found this today via Gothamist but Michael Hartney has his own blog where he posted this earlier. The video shows his partner, Turtle, confronting a man who called him a faggot. As Hartney says, “Turtle walked out of our apartment to grab a bite. Before he even left our block, a man called him ‘faggot’ as he passed.” ABSURD! It’s mind-boggling that we still live in a world where bigots, like this stranger, think it is okay for them to spout their vitriol at people who are simply living their lives.

Hartney continues, “Rather than let the guy get away with it, Turtle decided to confront this man about his hateful behavior. And he filmed it.” According to Hartney, “Turtle called the cops and is going to file a complaint tomorrow morning. I don’t know what’s going to happen yet, but hopefully this jerk will learn that we’re not going to put up with this crap in our neighborhood anymore.” Read more on his blog here.

UPDATE: (March 12, 2012: 10:43am) Youtube has taken down the original video, stating, “This video has been removed as a violation of YouTube’s policy prohibiting content designed to harass, bully or threaten.” ABSURD!

Someone has copied the video and reposted it here.

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I’m Tommy, a writer and storyteller who works in marketing for the arts and cultural communities. I’m the author of Mabel Stanley and the Town That Was Built All Wrong, a fun and heartfelt book, and I’m currently working on a novel about self-discovery and the complexities of memory. Writing is a big part of my life, but I also enjoy creating experiences that bring people together, which is why my husband, Matt, and I co-run the online store Have Fun Spread Joy. It’s all about embracing the playful side of life and giving back along the way. I’m married to Matt, and we share our home with our two pets, Zoey (the cat) and Dixie (the dog). When I’m not writing, working on our store, or doing marketing for the arts, I like to dive into theater, something I want to get more involved with over time. I was diagnosed with ADHD, and while it comes with its own set of challenges, it also gives me a unique perspective that I try to channel into everything I do. Whether it’s writing, working on creative projects, or finding ways to spread joy, I’m all about making a lasting impact in whatever I do.

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