Every American child deserves the strongest protections from some of this country's most horrifying crimes. |
Hate language in the school hallways is huge. These students are too often the target of name-calling, violence and worse. |
If even one family can avoid getting that phone call, in the middle of the night, because of this legislation, it would be well worth it. |
Last week you said in the debate that you opposed the Kennedy hate crime bill, |
The next time you use words like these, think about what they really mean. |
We are thrilled to partner with the Point Foundation and contribute to their work through the Matthew Shepard-Point Scholarships. |
We are trying to do what we think Matt would want us to do with this opportunity of having a voice. He's with me every day when I do this. I know it or I couldn't do this because I'm a shy, private person. |
When you call someone a 'fag,' it identifies them with a group, a group that in today's climate is open to harassment. So by calling someone a 'fag,' you are giving yourself and the people around you the license to either damage this individual verbally or physically. |