Twenty-five years ago, Matthew Shepard was brutally murdered in an act of anti-gay hate and violence. This tragic event shook the conscience of the American people. Matthew's parents, Judy and Dennis Shepard, have since turned his memory into a cause for change. President Biden marked the 25th anniversary of Matthew Shepard's murder and acknowledged the increased threats and violence targeting LGBTQ Americans. He emphasized the need for more protection and equality for the LGBTQI+ community. However, there is controversy surrounding whether Matthew Shepard's murder was actually a hate crime. Some argue that it was not, citing a different motive. President Biden commemorated the anniversary by celebrating legislation passed in Matthew Shepard's name, but it is based on what some consider to be a major falsehood.
Matthew Shepard's Murder Was Almost Certainly Not a Hate Crime https://t.co/ZqnTXlXqpk
President Biden commemorated the 25th anniversary of Matthew Shepard's tragic death by celebrating legislation passed in his name. But it was based on a major falsehood. https://t.co/yQTBhtM8OC
Biden marks 25th anniversary of Matthew Shepard’s murder, noting increased threats, violence targeting LGBTQ Americans https://t.co/iGK7lDeusL https://t.co/RuwLH2E75A
25 years ago, Matthew Shepard was brutally murdered for being gay. Today, I am joining the @EqualityCaucus in honoring his life. More must be done to protect LGBTQI+ people from hate crimes and to advance equality for all. https://t.co/nY7eVB56CR
Twenty-five years ago today, Matthew Shepard lost his life to a brutal act of anti-gay hate and violence simply for being himself. His murder shook the conscience of the American people. And his courageous parents, Judy and Dennis Shepard, turned Matthew’s memory into a… https://t.co/6rvVsbnGUv