Relevant Issues and Inspirations
If you've made it this far into my stuff, you know full well that I like to write stories that involve our favorite characters dealing with those pesky real-life situations that we, as a society, really like to not think about. I do research for my stories, I am inspiried not only by the shows and the characters, but works of art, literature, music, and prose. Here is where to find links for that information. If you are looking for links to other fic, links to West Wing and CSI sites, or actor-links, check out the Archives page. If you have other links to share, please submit them via the feedback button below.

Abuse, Incest, Rape, etc.
(Discussed in Dark History, Forks in the Road, Into the Looking Glass, Unexpected Miracles, Connecting, About the Question Why, Snow White and Rose Red)
RAINN: The Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network. The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization and has been ranked as one of "America's 100 Best Charities" by Worth magazine.

HIV/AIDS
(Discussed in Light My Candle)
Frontline: The Age of AIDS : the new Frontline documentary addresses the first 25 years of HIV/AIDS.
The Ryan White Act : information about the Ryan White Act and where it is going.
Honor Thy Children : a documentary on the Nakatani Family.
AIDS.ORG: Educating, Raising Awareness, Building Community : 'nuff said.
Assisted Suicide : learn more about the law in Oregon and the United States' stance.

Sexuality
(Discussed in ALL stories)
Out Magazine : a leading Gay and Lesbian publication.
The Utah Pride Center I am an active volunteer at one of the most active Pride Centers in the country. The Utah Pride Center thrives, despite the conservative climate of the state and is reaching across the borders of faith and sexuality to bring all people a sense of belonging.

Cancer
(Discussed in Sirens) US Cancer Society: a comprehensive look at one of the leading foundations researching for an end to cancer.

Addiction
(Discussed in Sirens, and all CSI stories) Alcoholics Anonymous : information about the group that saved Leo, and has saved countless others as well.

Government Work
(Discussed in all stories)
The White House: learn more about the "real" White House and the administration of George W. Bush.
The United Nations : one of the great non-governmental, diplomatic bodies (trying) to help with the problems addressed by a world community.

Civil and Social Rights (Discussed in Light My Candle)

The ACLU : The American Civil Liberties Union. Dedicated to upholding the Bill of Rights.

Authors and Books Referenced

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