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The Meaning of Matthew: My Son's Murder in Laramie, and a World Transformed

Judy Shepard

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Judy Shepard recounts the torture and murder of her son Matthew due to his sexual orientation in 1998 and the subsequent legal work involved in prosecuting her son's murderers.  The co founder of the Matthew Shepard Foundation, Judy Shepard is active in promoting equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people.  This event was hosted by the Salt Lake City Public Library.

About the Authors

Judy Shepard

Judy Shepard is cofounder with her husband Dennis, of the Matthew Shepard Foundation.  For more information, visit matthewshepard.org.


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The Meaning of Matthew: My Son's Murder in Laramie, and a World Transformed

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Past Airings

  • Sunday, October 4th at 2am (ET)
  • Saturday, October 3rd at 10am (ET)
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