88.) A History of The Gay Panic Defense: Part 2- The Trial of Samuel M. Andrews

An heir. A stone. A courtroom that let fear become a weapon.In 1868, Samuel M. Andrews was charged with the brutal killing of Cornelius Holmes—a man who had named him as a beneficiary in his will. Andrews claimed Holmes tried to assault him and that he lashed out in a fit of “transitory insanity.” The jury believed enough of it to reduce the charge from murder to manslaughter.This episode dives into the first known legal use of the gay panic defense—a case that set the tone for decades of legalized queerphobia in America’s justice system.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light—all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.