Category Archives: Luís Fortuño

Fortuño Indicates Support for LGBT-Inclusive Hate Crimes Law

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

Puerto Rico Gov. Luis Fortuño indicated to reporters on Friday, Dec. 9, that he supports the island’s current hate crimes law that includes sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. The governor answered questions about the proposed changes to Puerto … Continue reading →

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Has Anything Changed in Puerto Rico Since Jorge Steven’s Murder?

Posted on November 13, 2011 by

Today marks the second anniversary of Puerto Rican gay teenager Jorge Steven López Mercado’s brutal murder. Juan José Martínez Matos stabbed Jorge Steven López Mercado to death on Nov. 13, 2009, before he decapitated, dismembered and partially burned his body. … Continue reading →

Posted in Hate Crimes, Jorge Steven López Mercado, Luís Fortuño, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico Police Department | 1 Comment