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We need separate laws so when the small backwards towns do nothing after a hate crime, then state or federal can step in and prosecute. In those rural towns it's rare that someone is prosecuted for a hate crime against gays/lesbians, a different race or religion, and hate crimes against women.



I agree with Darrah *gasp*

While Charlie brings up a good point, that two of the exact same crimes should technically bring the same punishment, we also have to take into account motives. If a murder is premeditated, it usually brings a stricter punishment, than say a murder of passion or of self-defense.

If someone is killed just because they're gay, Jewish, black, or any other hate driven intolerance, the murderer should be held to a more strict punishment in my opinion.
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