Last spring, the four Conservative synagogues in South Carolina let our SC legislators know the importance of passing a Hate Crimes Bill. This bill adds additional penalties for crimes that are motivated by hate. The bill successfully passed in the House but it was blocked in the Senate.
It is being brought up again in the Senate, but faces formidable challenges. With great support from our Federations and the Stamp Out Hate SC Coalition, we are joining the fight once again.
How can we successfully persuade our legislators to support this bill? The business community knows the stigma of not having a Hate Crimes Bill in our state and our legislators care deeply about the opinion and votes of small business owners.
OUR TASK
Contact your dentist, hair dresser, jewelry store, yoga studio,
favorite restaurant, etc.
Let them know that SC is one of only two states
in the country without a Hate Crimes Bill.
Implore them to go HERE and sign on as a supporter.
Let’s raise our voices and stamp out hate in South Carolina!
