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Tyler Clementi, Dharun Ravi, and the Problem With Hate Crimes Laws

Rutgers Fallout

Michael Medved on Dharun Ravi’s conviction and a dubious effort to elevate some victims above others.

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Hate crimes laws are supposed to promote ideals of fair treatment and equality. The tragic recent case of two Rutgers students, however, shows that instead of guaranteeing uniform standing to all segments of society, such legislation grants special protection and governmental favoritism to selected groups of victims.

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