Today, Cat teaches us about the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act, an act of Congress that expanded the definition of hate crimes and the penalties associated with them. Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. experienced horrific murders, and passing this Act ensures there are appropriate consequences.

Learn more:

https://www.matthewshepard.org/about-us/our-story/

https://www.npr.org/2019/04/24/716647585/texas-to-execute-man-convicted-in-dragging-death-of-james-byrd-jr

https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/complex-history-controversial-1994-crime-bill

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