An emotionally charged issue in 1999 was an attempt by some Democrats to strengthen the state law against hate crimes.Republicans disliked the bill because it raised the penalties for discriminatory crimes against African Americans.

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The controversy over hate crime legislation often involves debates on the inclusion of various protected categories such as race, sexual orientation, religion, and gender identity, rather than solely focusing on raising penalties for crimes against African Americans. Republicans' opposition to such bills can stem from concerns over free speech, the definition of hate crimes, or the perceived fairness of enhancing penalties based on the victims' characteristics, rather than a specific opposition to raising penalties for crimes against African Americans.

An Emotionally Charged Issue in 1999 Was an Attempt by Some