“That story got back to the NYPD, and they gave Michael the Medal of Valor because of his heroism on that day.”
Author Neil Adams(@novelneil45) shares the powerful story of Michael Dorian, a veterinary technician who risked his own life secretly battling HIV, to save those among the rubble of 9/11. Neil and Sapphire reflect on how this story is one of the many untold tales 25 years ago; while also bringing to light how marginalized communities such as Black, Jewish and LGBTQ+ are affected by mass tragedies.
From The Pile is available now at: readneiladams.com
Sources: Remembering 9/11 through a Black lens (City Metro, Sept 2023, Madeline Holly-Carothers)
How LGBTQ People Were Blamed For 9/11 (Phillip Henry, October 30, 2018 IntoMore.com)
Reddit's LGBTQ Victims of 9/11 Tribute mentioned: Part 1 Part 2Stay Connected: https://linktr.ee/msradiosapphire