re: #52 Rightwingconspirator

Umm have you seen this!!?

[Link: www.cultureandfamily.org…]

EXCERPT
California Hate Speech Law Raises Questions 10/1/2004
By Lee Duigon
The next time Arnold calls his political opponents “girlie men,” he’d better watch out.
Commentary
When Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on September 22 signed California’s sweeping new hate speech law, he may have signed on for more than he bargained for.
The law, SB1234, classifies as “hate speech” any public expression that makes certain favored citizens feel “unwelcome” or “intimidated.” Anyone found guilty of using such expressions could face six months in prison and a $25,000 fine.

Christianist groups often freak out about hate crimes laws because they think it’s going to inhibit their ability to hate according to thier religious beliefs. I notice the first few pages of a google search were mostly christian groups.
The law is a little more nuanced than they lead you to believe….
SB 1234
It seems mostly aimed at intimidation issues involving other crimes or interfering with the constitutional rights of others.