Matthew Sheppard’s legacy: a reminder that no one deserves to be victimized for being who they are.
Posted on October 14, 2008
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Ten years ago, Matthew Shepard lost his life simply for being himself. Tell Barack Obama and John McCain that a comprehensive hate crimes law is long overdue. Watch the video and take action. |
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Dear Thomas,
It’s been ten years since 21-year-old Matthew Shepard lost his life after being violently beaten and left for dead along a remote Wyoming road.
His offense? Being himself – a conscientious college student who happened to be gay.
The murder shocked and saddened the nation, but a decade later, federal law still fails to recognize hate crimes based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
In honor of Matthew’s life, tell John McCain and Barack Obama it’s time to end the long era of hate. Tell Obama to continue to support hate crimes legislation and ask McCain to reverse his position.
Last year, both the House and Senate approved the bill, but it was stopped short by President Bush. Still, Matthew’s mother Judy has let neither grief nor frustration stop her family’s courageous fight for equal protection under the law for all LGBT Americans.
As the anniversary of her son’s death passes once again, show your support by making your voice heard alongside hers.
Then, please pass this message along to friends and family, a reminder that no one deserves to be victimized for being who they are.
It’s already been ten years. There’s no more time to waste.
Joe Solmonese
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