Crimes of the mind

From: The Freeman | Date: March 1, 1999| Author: Suarez, Melissa | Copyright information

The killing some months ago of Matthew Shepard has brought to the forefront of debate the idea that a federal law is needed to protect people against "hate crimes." Proponents want the law to punish individuals who target others because of race, sex, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

The murder of Matthew Shepard of course is tragic. That it was likely committed with hatred for his sexual orientation is indeed also tragic. A federal law against hate crimes, however, could n...

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