In this powerful episode, we revisit one of the most harrowing hate crimes in American history—the 1998 murder of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas. Byrd, a 49-year-old Black man, was brutally murdered by three white supremacists in an act of racial terror that shocked the nation and led to sweeping changes in hate crime legislation.

Join us as we uncover the details of that tragic night, explore the impact it had on civil rights laws, and hear from voices who continue to fight for justice today. From the courtroom to Capitol Hill, this case became a catalyst for the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act.

Whether you're a true crime enthusiast, a student of social justice, or someone seeking to understand how history still shapes our present, this episode will leave a lasting impact.

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