Is it just the fad to passively support something? No. It is saying that you are willing to put yourself in harm's way in order to protect someone. Wearing this safety pin symbolizes your willingness to take active risks to stand up for someone in the moment, because you believe that all people should be free and safe.
Monday's Muse is a progressive Christian Video Series featuring the Rev. Dr. Rachael Keefe of Minneapolis.
This is Season 2 Episode 17 from the Monday's Muse series. You can also watch the video of this episode on YouTube at http://is.gd/mondays.