Includes bibliographical references (pages 104-109) and index.
Contents:
The Charleston massacre -- What are hate crimes? -- Why do hate crimes occur? -- The history of hate crimes in America -- The evolution of hate crime laws -- The nature of modern hate crime laws -- Are hate crime laws necessary? -- Free speech and hate speech -- Combating hate crimes.
Summary:
"Hate Crimes in America covers the history of crimes motivated by prejudice, examples of such incidents in the headlines today, and the ways in which communities are responding to these vicious acts."--Publisher's website.
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