If I'm ever on a jury that hears a "hate crime" case I will,regardless of how serious the underlying crime is,vote "not guilty" on any "hate crime" charge.If a white guy assaults a black guy...or a woman...or a homosexual...I will consider the evidence presented as to the guilt or innocence of the defendant and will cast my vote accordingly.
But *****NO***** "hate crime" conviction with any jury on which I sit.