The brutal murder of Matthew Shepard in October 1998 shocked the nation and became a defining moment in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and hate crime legislation. What makes this story particularly heartbreaking is the stark contrast between Matthew's gentle spirit and the savage hatred he encountered.

Have you thought about how a single life – and death – can change a nation's conversation about acceptance and equality? Listen to this emotional episode to understand why Matthew's story continues to resonate and inspire change more than two decades later.

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