Court Quote by Richard Cordray
“As Ohio Solicitor General and in pro bono private practice, I defended Ohio's hate crimes law. This included a brief in the Wisconsin v. Mitchell case where the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Wisconsin's hate crime law that included sexual orientation. Ohio's should include it as well, and we support it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ohio State Capitol, 2015
He advocates expanding hate‑crime protections to include sexual orientation, citing precedent.
In simple terms: Legal protections should cover all groups.
Key Takeaway
Support inclusive legislation.
Themes
justice
equality
legal advocacy
Mood
assertive
policy‑focused
Type
legal
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- public advocacy
- community outreach
Key Concepts
civil rights law
supreme court precedent
Questions to Reflect On
- What arguments strengthen inclusive hate‑crime laws?
- How can public opinion be shifted toward protection?
A Different Perspective
Opposition may claim overreach or free speech concerns.
