Articles related to "Hate Crimes"
US House Passes Federal Hate Crime Bill
The US House passed legislation that will re-define a hate crime to include offenses motivated by prejudice and based on a victim's sexual orientation or gender identity.
federal hate crime • federal hate crime legislation • house hate crime bill • federal hate crime bill • matthew shepard act
The US House passed legislation that will re-define a hate crime to include offenses motivated by prejudice and based on a victim's sexual orientation or gender identity.
federal hate crime • federal hate crime legislation • house hate crime bill • federal hate crime bill • matthew shepard act
Current Hate Crime Law in the United States
Hate crime legislation gives some protection against homophobic bullying and violence, but a new law would expand protection for sexual orientation and gender identity.
hate crime law • hate crimes • hate crime legislation • hate crime laws • gay hate crime
Hate crime legislation gives some protection against homophobic bullying and violence, but a new law would expand protection for sexual orientation and gender identity.
hate crime law • hate crimes • hate crime legislation • hate crime laws • gay hate crime
Hate Crimes Law On the Way to Obama's Desk
October is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History Month. The passing of the Hate Crimes Prevention Act through the House marks another milestone for gay rights.
hate crime prevention act • lgbt history month • hate crime legislation • hate crime • discrimination
October is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History Month. The passing of the Hate Crimes Prevention Act through the House marks another milestone for gay rights.
hate crime prevention act • lgbt history month • hate crime legislation • hate crime • discrimination
Hate Crimes Legislation- Are They Constitutional?
This article looks at the current federal and state hate crimes legislation and examines the constitutionality of such laws.
hate crimes • law • federal • state • judicial system
This article looks at the current federal and state hate crimes legislation and examines the constitutionality of such laws.
hate crimes • law • federal • state • judicial system
Angie Zapata's Murderer Sentenced to Life
Allen Ray Andrade was sentenced to life in prison for first degree murder, hate crimes, and theft against Angie Zapata, an American transgender woman, in Colorado.
lgbt • transgender • mtf • male to female transgender • angie zapata
Allen Ray Andrade was sentenced to life in prison for first degree murder, hate crimes, and theft against Angie Zapata, an American transgender woman, in Colorado.
lgbt • transgender • mtf • male to female transgender • angie zapata
Hate-Motivated Crimes in Schools
Hate crimes committed in a school setting can quickly affect the school climate and relationships among students. Incidents can lead to retaliation or confrontations.
hate-motivated crimes • bias crimes • racial bias • bias-motivated threats • school bullying
Hate crimes committed in a school setting can quickly affect the school climate and relationships among students. Incidents can lead to retaliation or confrontations.
hate-motivated crimes • bias crimes • racial bias • bias-motivated threats • school bullying
Where does all the hate come from?
In the aftermath of Matthew Shepard's murder, Melissa Sztuczko-Payk looks at hate crime and its possible causes.
hate crime gay homosexual discrimination matthew s
In the aftermath of Matthew Shepard's murder, Melissa Sztuczko-Payk looks at hate crime and its possible causes.
hate crime gay homosexual discrimination matthew s
"Rocker"-ing the Media Boat's Hidden Agendas
This article lays bare the truth behind the media's harping on the John Rocker issue: it's strictly an agenda thing.
media • media issues • john rocker • ted turner • hate speech
This article lays bare the truth behind the media's harping on the John Rocker issue: it's strictly an agenda thing.
media • media issues • john rocker • ted turner • hate speech
Advocates Say Homeless Need Protection
The number of attacks on the homeless seem to be down, but the violence of the attacks are going up. Advocates say these attacks should be counted as hate crimes.
national coalition for the homeless • michael stoops • hate crimes • sacramento bee • eddie bernice johnson
The number of attacks on the homeless seem to be down, but the violence of the attacks are going up. Advocates say these attacks should be counted as hate crimes.
national coalition for the homeless • michael stoops • hate crimes • sacramento bee • eddie bernice johnson
American Styled Racism
American racism and bigotry developed from its own distinct origins that have generally been debunked as baseless and unfounded propaganda.
racism • segregation • hate-crimes • curse of ham • scientific racism
American racism and bigotry developed from its own distinct origins that have generally been debunked as baseless and unfounded propaganda.
racism • segregation • hate-crimes • curse of ham • scientific racism
Brain Storm
Review of Brain Storm by Richard Dooling.
brain storm • richard dooling • hate crime • trials
Review of Brain Storm by Richard Dooling.
brain storm • richard dooling • hate crime • trials
Chaz Bono's New Life
Earlier this month, Chaz Bono announced that he would be begin the grueling process of transitioning from a woman to a man.
chaz bono • sex change • sex reassignment • gender • sonny and cher
Earlier this month, Chaz Bono announced that he would be begin the grueling process of transitioning from a woman to a man.
chaz bono • sex change • sex reassignment • gender • sonny and cher
Hate Crimes, the Economy and Obama
Hate groups allege a rise in membership since Obama's election and the unstable economy. But their claims may just be an effort to instill fear in Americans.
the final insult • hate crimes and economic downturn • hate crimes • the economy and obama • the southern poverty law center
Hate groups allege a rise in membership since Obama's election and the unstable economy. But their claims may just be an effort to instill fear in Americans.
the final insult • hate crimes and economic downturn • hate crimes • the economy and obama • the southern poverty law center
Media and "Hate Crimes": Just what is a "Hate Crime" anyway?
This article is about the mainstream vs. alternative media is handling the issue of "hate crimes"--as usual, their positions support their agendas: one is politically correct and the other not, but niether one has a handle on the simple truth that murder is murder and murder is a hate crime.
mainstream media • establishment media • alternative media • hate crime • murders
This article is about the mainstream vs. alternative media is handling the issue of "hate crimes"--as usual, their positions support their agendas: one is politically correct and the other not, but niether one has a handle on the simple truth that murder is murder and murder is a hate crime.
mainstream media • establishment media • alternative media • hate crime • murders
Rep. Virginia Foxx Calls Matthew Shepard a Hoax
When North Carolina Representative Virgina Foxx called Matthew Shepard a "hoax," it was only a small part of her long-standing opposition to LGBT equality under the law.
virginia foxx • representative virginia foxx • rep virginia foxx • rep foxx • north carolina representative
When North Carolina Representative Virgina Foxx called Matthew Shepard a "hoax," it was only a small part of her long-standing opposition to LGBT equality under the law.
virginia foxx • representative virginia foxx • rep virginia foxx • rep foxx • north carolina representative
That's So Gay!
This article looks at the impact a "silly" expression has on both the culture and on real lives.
misogyny • gay • lesbian • bisexual • transgendered
This article looks at the impact a "silly" expression has on both the culture and on real lives.
misogyny • gay • lesbian • bisexual • transgendered
The Unity of Mankind - A Spiritual Reality
The Baha'i Faith teaches the Unity of Mankind, but, is it the only religion to do so? This article will examine this question
unity • mankind • `abdu'l-baha • abdu'l-baha • bahai faith
The Baha'i Faith teaches the Unity of Mankind, but, is it the only religion to do so? This article will examine this question
unity • mankind • `abdu'l-baha • abdu'l-baha • bahai faith
TALES...LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP
texas news • texas politics • texas legislature • texas house • texas senate
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP
texas news • texas politics • texas legislature • texas house • texas senate
Libertarians and Gay Activists- Bosom Buddies or Bitter Foes?
This article is about how Libertarians and gay/lesbian activists clash on key issues.
libertarian • gay/lesbian rights • activists • hate crimes legislation • boy scouts
This article is about how Libertarians and gay/lesbian activists clash on key issues.
libertarian • gay/lesbian rights • activists • hate crimes legislation • boy scouts
North Dakota Passes Anti-Discrimination Bill
The North Dakota Senate passes a bill banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, housing, and other areas.
north dakota anti-discrimination bill • north dakota senate bill 2278 • transphobia in north dakota • homophobia in north dakota • sexual orientation discrimination in north dakota
The North Dakota Senate passes a bill banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, housing, and other areas.
north dakota anti-discrimination bill • north dakota senate bill 2278 • transphobia in north dakota • homophobia in north dakota • sexual orientation discrimination in north dakota
I'm Here, I'm Queer, and I'm Mad as Hell (Part II)
The second of a two-part series, this article deals with getting in touch with anger, channeling anger, and keeping anger from becoming destructive.
lesbian • gay • bisexual • lesbigay • lbgt
The second of a two-part series, this article deals with getting in touch with anger, channeling anger, and keeping anger from becoming destructive.
lesbian • gay • bisexual • lesbigay • lbgt
Choosing a Gay Friendly Campus
Some tips for finding a school where LGBT students are welcomed and valued.
gay friendly campus • lgbt student • glbt student • lgbt population • lgbt organizations
Some tips for finding a school where LGBT students are welcomed and valued.
gay friendly campus • lgbt student • glbt student • lgbt population • lgbt organizations
Coming Out On the Internet
LGBT people living in Africa and the Middle East are at risk of imprisonment or worse if anyone finds out their sexuality. Many are choosing to come out online instead.
gay africans • gay arabs • gay slurs • mahmoud ahmadinejad • iranian homosexuals
LGBT people living in Africa and the Middle East are at risk of imprisonment or worse if anyone finds out their sexuality. Many are choosing to come out online instead.
gay africans • gay arabs • gay slurs • mahmoud ahmadinejad • iranian homosexuals
Equal Rights, Not Special Rights, for Fundies
Tired of hearing about DOMA and sending emails to your Congressional representatives about the latest attempt to deny gays and lesbians the right to marry? Here's a radical "eye for an eye" solution that should please both sides: us queer folks will give up our fight for "special" rights as long as fundamentalist Christians give up the "special" rights that they already have.
doma • "special rights" • gay • lesbian • ex-gay
Tired of hearing about DOMA and sending emails to your Congressional representatives about the latest attempt to deny gays and lesbians the right to marry? Here's a radical "eye for an eye" solution that should please both sides: us queer folks will give up our fight for "special" rights as long as fundamentalist Christians give up the "special" rights that they already have.
doma • "special rights" • gay • lesbian • ex-gay
Jena 6:The Past Revisited
Recent noose incidents recall a dark time in U.S. history, a time in which vigilante justice ruled and nooses served as weapons for those consumed by racial hatred.
james allen • withoutsanctuary.org • noosewatch • noose incidents • noose incidents are no joking matter
Recent noose incidents recall a dark time in U.S. history, a time in which vigilante justice ruled and nooses served as weapons for those consumed by racial hatred.
james allen • withoutsanctuary.org • noosewatch • noose incidents • noose incidents are no joking matter
Matthew Shepard Murdered for Being Gay
The brutal murder of gay student Matthew Shepard was horrific but not in vain - it has been a shocking wake-up call for the world to gay hate crime issues.
matthew shepard • gay panic defence • gay hate crime • aaron mckinney • russell henderson
The brutal murder of gay student Matthew Shepard was horrific but not in vain - it has been a shocking wake-up call for the world to gay hate crime issues.
matthew shepard • gay panic defence • gay hate crime • aaron mckinney • russell henderson
Parenting a Mixed-Race Teen
Teenagers of mixed-race or multi-races face special challenges in life. Parents need to add to the solution and not the problem.
raising multiracial teenagers • parenting mixed race teens • black teenagers • discrimination against black teenagers • marginalization of multiracial teenagers
Teenagers of mixed-race or multi-races face special challenges in life. Parents need to add to the solution and not the problem.
raising multiracial teenagers • parenting mixed race teens • black teenagers • discrimination against black teenagers • marginalization of multiracial teenagers
Prejudice Against Redheads
Historically teased, feared or even persecuted because of their red hair, redheads in the UK have faced extreme and sometimes violent prejudice in recent years.
gingerism • prejudice against redheads • persecution of people with red hair • discrimination hair colour • gingerphobia
Historically teased, feared or even persecuted because of their red hair, redheads in the UK have faced extreme and sometimes violent prejudice in recent years.
gingerism • prejudice against redheads • persecution of people with red hair • discrimination hair colour • gingerphobia
Terrorism Targets Everyone!
Terrorism doesn't only come from outside the US. It is alive and well within our shores. Let's wipe out all terrorism!
anita bryant • terrorism • predjudice • hate crimes • harrassment
Terrorism doesn't only come from outside the US. It is alive and well within our shores. Let's wipe out all terrorism!
anita bryant • terrorism • predjudice • hate crimes • harrassment
The Amish Population in Wisconsin: History, Tourist Sites, and Conflicts in the Community
Wisconsin is fast becoming the state with the fourth largest Amish population. As the eastern states become overcrowded and too expensive, more Amish are moving here. Learn more about this minority population and how it affects our state.
amish in wisconsin • chaston wisconsin • amish communities in the u.s. • wisonsin tourist sites • trempealeau county
Wisconsin is fast becoming the state with the fourth largest Amish population. As the eastern states become overcrowded and too expensive, more Amish are moving here. Learn more about this minority population and how it affects our state.
amish in wisconsin • chaston wisconsin • amish communities in the u.s. • wisonsin tourist sites • trempealeau county
The Zero-Sum Syndrome
In the absence of territorial expansion, you must take what you need from others, or have what others need taken from you.
zero-sum games • frontiers • business • unemployment • raises
In the absence of territorial expansion, you must take what you need from others, or have what others need taken from you.
zero-sum games • frontiers • business • unemployment • raises
4 Little Girls: The most tragic casualties of war
Spike Lee's first documentary film is a searing look at an atrocious hate crime, but it's also a celebration of a movement that would not be defeated
spike lee • 4 little girls • birmingham • alabama • denise mcnair
Spike Lee's first documentary film is a searing look at an atrocious hate crime, but it's also a celebration of a movement that would not be defeated
spike lee • 4 little girls • birmingham • alabama • denise mcnair
Beyond Hatred Documentary on DVD Review
In 2002, the senseless murder of François Chenu devastated his parents until they attempted to understand the social and psychological roots of hate crimes.
gay hate crimes • crimes against gays • gay documentary • crime documentary • crime movies
In 2002, the senseless murder of François Chenu devastated his parents until they attempted to understand the social and psychological roots of hate crimes.
gay hate crimes • crimes against gays • gay documentary • crime documentary • crime movies
Holocaust Museum Shooter has History of Hatred
James W. von Brunn's latest crime of murder at the Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C. was only his most recent hate crime.
holocaust museum shooting • james w. von brunn • hate crimes • white supremacist • holocaust denial
James W. von Brunn's latest crime of murder at the Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C. was only his most recent hate crime.
holocaust museum shooting • james w. von brunn • hate crimes • white supremacist • holocaust denial
Idaho Rejects Sexual Orientation Protection
Idaho Senate State Affairs Committee rejected a proposal to add sexual orientation and gender identity to the classes protected from discrimination.
idaho anti-discrimination proposal • idaho anti-discrimination law • sexual orientation anti-discrimination law • idaho sexual orientation anti-discrimination law • gender identity anti-discrimination law
Idaho Senate State Affairs Committee rejected a proposal to add sexual orientation and gender identity to the classes protected from discrimination.
idaho anti-discrimination proposal • idaho anti-discrimination law • sexual orientation anti-discrimination law • idaho sexual orientation anti-discrimination law • gender identity anti-discrimination law
Joe Scarborough and Melissa Gilbert on The View
The View co-hosts discussed hot topics and interviewed Joe Scarborough, former Congressman, and Melissa Gilbert.
joe scarborough on the view • melissa gilbert on the view • hot topics on the view • david letterman • host of morning joe
The View co-hosts discussed hot topics and interviewed Joe Scarborough, former Congressman, and Melissa Gilbert.
joe scarborough on the view • melissa gilbert on the view • hot topics on the view • david letterman • host of morning joe
Obama and McCain on Gay Issues
Find out what Barack Obama and John McCain say on the record about hate crimes, same-sex marriage, "don't ask, don't tell," and other queer issues.
2008 election gay issues • 2008 election lgbt issues • obama gay issues • obama lgbt issues • obama gay marriage
Find out what Barack Obama and John McCain say on the record about hate crimes, same-sex marriage, "don't ask, don't tell," and other queer issues.
2008 election gay issues • 2008 election lgbt issues • obama gay issues • obama lgbt issues • obama gay marriage
Steel Kiss at Green Thumb Theatre
Steel Kiss is about trying to find light in what seems to be eternal darkness. In the same way The Actor's Fund finds hope for artists who struggle in hard times.
robin fulford • green thumb theatre • kenneth zeller • aaron webster • matthew shepard
Steel Kiss is about trying to find light in what seems to be eternal darkness. In the same way The Actor's Fund finds hope for artists who struggle in hard times.
robin fulford • green thumb theatre • kenneth zeller • aaron webster • matthew shepard
True Colors Tour
Cyndi Lauper, Debbie Harry, Margaret Cho, Erasure and Dresden Dolls joined forces to benefit the HRC again on June 23, 2007, at Atlanta's Chastain Park Amphitheatre.
true colors tour • cyndi lauper • human rights campign • hrc • gay rights
Cyndi Lauper, Debbie Harry, Margaret Cho, Erasure and Dresden Dolls joined forces to benefit the HRC again on June 23, 2007, at Atlanta's Chastain Park Amphitheatre.
true colors tour • cyndi lauper • human rights campign • hrc • gay rights
Visual Aids for Public Speaking
In public speaking, speakers should use visual aids that illustrate their points effectively. Here are some tips to follow.
visual aid • public speaking • informative speech • persuasive speech • power point
In public speaking, speakers should use visual aids that illustrate their points effectively. Here are some tips to follow.
visual aid • public speaking • informative speech • persuasive speech • power point
TALES...LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP update on the current goings-on in the Texas Legislature
texas news • texas politics • texas legislature • texas house • texas senate
LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP update on the current goings-on in the Texas Legislature
texas news • texas politics • texas legislature • texas house • texas senate
"Indian Hunting Season".....What IS this???
A flyer passed out in South Dakota dealing with American Indians as the bounty.
indian hunting season • american indians • native americans • sen. campbell • south dakota
A flyer passed out in South Dakota dealing with American Indians as the bounty.
indian hunting season • american indians • native americans • sen. campbell • south dakota
Is War on Terror a Bad Strategy
There are vast amount of finances being used to conduct the war on terror. However, terrorism seems to be on the rise still. Is the "war on terror" a bad strategy?
war on terror • war on terrorism a bad strategy • marginalization of muslims • war on islam • notorious jails
There are vast amount of finances being used to conduct the war on terror. However, terrorism seems to be on the rise still. Is the "war on terror" a bad strategy?
war on terror • war on terrorism a bad strategy • marginalization of muslims • war on islam • notorious jails
Legacy of Hate
The tragedy in Littleton has given us lots to reflect on. One of those things should be letting hate into our lives. We should do whatever we can to stop hate from consuming our lives. That might be the only way to prevent something like Littleton from happening again.
columbine • school shootings
The tragedy in Littleton has given us lots to reflect on. One of those things should be letting hate into our lives. We should do whatever we can to stop hate from consuming our lives. That might be the only way to prevent something like Littleton from happening again.
columbine • school shootings
Spinning into Butter Movie
Spinning into Butter plays like a Lifetime cable movie - insufferably earnest, obvious and aimless, and wastes the talents of at least three gifted performers.
spinning into butter • sarah jessica parker • political correctness • sex and the city • movies about racism
Spinning into Butter plays like a Lifetime cable movie - insufferably earnest, obvious and aimless, and wastes the talents of at least three gifted performers.
spinning into butter • sarah jessica parker • political correctness • sex and the city • movies about racism
American Solemnity
Reaction to the recent terrorism in America, written by an American.
terrorism • america • american • black tuesday • war
Reaction to the recent terrorism in America, written by an American.
terrorism • america • american • black tuesday • war
Arab-Americans in TV and Film
Discusses Arab-American characters in TV and film and provides two excellent resources on the subject.
arab • arabs • arab-american
Discusses Arab-American characters in TV and film and provides two excellent resources on the subject.
arab • arabs • arab-american
Are Michele Bachmann's Comments Un-American?
With various factions vying for the soul of the Republican party, a Minnesota Congresswoman's comments have continually stoked controversy and been called un-American.
congresswoman michele bachmann • michele bachmann • comments by congresswoman michele bachmann • controversy and michele bachmann • republican un-american statements
With various factions vying for the soul of the Republican party, a Minnesota Congresswoman's comments have continually stoked controversy and been called un-American.
congresswoman michele bachmann • michele bachmann • comments by congresswoman michele bachmann • controversy and michele bachmann • republican un-american statements
Discrimination on the Rise, According to Report
The Council on American-Islamic Relations just released their 2001 Status of Muslim Civil Rights in the United States. Here is a brief summary of the report.
civil rights • muslims • islam • american muslims • discrimination
The Council on American-Islamic Relations just released their 2001 Status of Muslim Civil Rights in the United States. Here is a brief summary of the report.
civil rights • muslims • islam • american muslims • discrimination
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