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EPISODE · Sep 14, 2025 · 16 MIN

The Matthew Shepard Act: Hate Crimes Redefined

from The Law That Didn't Exist · host Neon Nights Studio

Explore the tragic case of Matthew Shepard, a young gay man brutally murdered in a hate crime that shocked the nation. This episode delves into how his death led to the expansion of the U.S. federal hate crime law to include crimes motivated by a victim's actual or perceived gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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