Yesterday, President Barack Obama signed into law the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. The legislation extends federal hate crimes protection in cases where the victim is targeted because of their sexual orientation, gender, disability or gender identity. "After more than […]
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The Shepards Speak Out On Hate Crimes Bill
Attorney General Eric Holder is asking the Senate to pass the Hate Crimes Bill sooner than later to free up the fed's ability to prosecute these crimes. The bill, named after Matthew Shepard, has passed the house but the senate has yet to chime in. […]
Judy Shepard Appears on Rachel Maddow Show
The North Carolina congresswoman who called Matthew Shepard's murder a "hoax" is hearing it from all sides, including the mother of Matt Shepard, who was actually in the room when the hateful remarks were made. Judy Shepard appeared on the Rachel Maddow Show to discuss […]
News Flash: Calling Someone a ‘Bitch’ Isn’t the Solution
In our angriest moments, we've all been guilty of spurting out something hateful. It should be looked at as a temporary release, something that one admits to themselves is immature and unproductive. Long story short, calling someone a "bitch" isn't anything close to a solution […]
Obama Calls For ‘Swift Action’ in Passing Hate Crimes Legislation
President Barack Obama has issued a statement which shows his support for the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act (aka The Matthew Shepard Act). He urges Congress to move forward with the bill. "This week, the House of Representatives is expected to consider H.R. […]
Judy Shepard Speaks Out About Hate Crimes
Judy Shepard, the mother of Matthew Shepard, has made a video to encourage folks to tell Congress to act against hate crimes. She lost her son over ten years ago to an anti-gay hate crime, and since then tens of thousands of Americans have been […]
Westboro Church Takes Their Act Overseas
The Westboro Baptist Church is The Independent reports, "Lesbian and gay groups have already promised to hold counter demonstrations if the protest goes ahead and some activists on internet forums have even suggested using force to expel Westboro followers from Basingstoke if necessary. Jach […]