October 12 1998 Matthew Shepard Died.

Matthew Wayne Shepard (December 1, 1976 – October 12, 1998) was a student at the University of Wyoming who was tortured and murdered near Laramie, Wyoming in 1998. He was attacked on the night of October 6–7, 1998 and died at Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado, on October 12 from severe head injuries.

During the trial, witnesses stated that Shepard was targeted because he was gay. Shepard's murder brought national, as well as international, attention to the issue of hate crime legislation at the state and federal levels.



It's never to late to stop the hate.

Tori Amos, "Merman". She frequently dedicates this song to Matthew Shepard when she plays it.

Beautiful song, always makes me think of him.

That was so sad.


[Edited 10/9/09 6:41am]

continue to rest in peace

Memorial in San Diego.
Eleven years after the brutal hate-based murder of Matthew Shepard, it is apparent that hate is still alive. Since Shepard's death, numerous hate crimes have happened locally and worldwide. We must never forget Matthew Shepard and continue to stand up against all forms of hate.

On October 12, 2009, in commemoration of Shepard's life and death, we will hold a remembrance and vigil at The Ruby Kitchen in Hillcrest.

Gather at 7 p.m. in front of The Ruby Kitchen for a vigil and procession down University Avenue to the John Wear Memorial Hate Crimes Plaque (outside of Obelisk Bookstore). Afterwards, starting at 8 p.m., there will be an open mic and mixer at The Ruby Kitchen. DJ Marcel Hetu will spin from 8-10 p.m.

Please join us on October 12, 2009 to remember all who have been victimized by hate violence.

***While the event is absolutely free, and no donations are required, "Milk Cartons" will be available to collect donations for San Diego Pride's MILK MONEY campaign. Details at http://bit.ly/2LtCnv.***
[Edited 10/10/09 12:32pm]

ehuffnsd said:

When will we learn and what will it take?

One of my lessons this week is on tolerance. To tie into tragic events like what happen to Mr. Shepard and thousands and millions of others. I hope it goes well. I have already received a few angry letters and calls from parents worrying about the content of my lesson.
[Edited 10/12/09 5:03am]