
Fake Hate Crimes: 7 Brutal Lessons From Renee Good and George Floyd
Fake hate crimes don’t work because they’re clever. They work because most people won’t wait for evidence. Renee Good and George Floyd prove how the script gets sold.

Fake hate crimes don’t work because they’re clever. They work because most people won’t wait for evidence. Renee Good and George Floyd prove how the script gets sold.
Marty (Martin) Hertel (August 26, 1972 — January 7, 2026) entered my life in 2002 and became an unforgettable part of a pivotal season—through work, friendship, faith, and laughter. He was generous, funny, and steady when I needed it most, even officiating my wedding and leaving a legacy strong enough that we later named our first son after him. Rest in love, Marty.
USA vs Philippines suicide rate comparison, transgender suicide data, and why religion, poverty, and “affirmation” don’t explain the gap. Real numbers, no slogans.
I’ve got gay friends, a gay cousin, and even transgender children. My stance hasn’t changed: I support gay marriage and personal freedom, but I don’t subscribe to the gay lifestyle. Disagreement isn’t hate—and hate itself is unproductive.