Alleged Arsonist Nikki Joly: I am sure she is really nice, once you get to know her...

Breitbart: Hate Hoax: Prosecutors charge LGBT activist with burning down her own house with pets inside

If it is proven she/he did this to her own pets, they should give her/him the maximum available sentence. Arson is always a serious crime that puts first responders and neighbors at high risk.  

Instapundit: Another Fake Hate Crime

TOM: Gender And The Question, Why?

Legal Insurrection: Another Hate Crime Hoax?

Hot Air: Another Hate Hoax? Gay Rights Activist Accused of burning down his/her house.

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