Someone has defaced our office banner and wrote “Die F… Die”.

In the past there has been discussion about keeping the Gay in the chorus name; that maybe it was time to change because so much progress has been made in our society. Seeing and reading the despicable defacing brings home the need to continue to be present and that the fight for respect and quality continues. We are figuring out the best way to get rid of the offensive markings and restore our banner to its previous condition.

Hopefully this was a one-time event, but we will be vigilant.

Below is our Facebook post and the comments we've received. Please add your own!

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