"The facts don't support this [Woodward's claim]," noted Judge Menninger, emphasizing that there was no evidence Bernstein took any provocative photo, which ultimately highlights the calculated nature of Woodward's actions."
"Samuel Woodward's motivations were anchored in pure hate and rage due to [Bernstein's] sexual orientation and religious beliefs," stated Judge Menninger, pointing out the deep-seated issues underlying the crime.
"He had some ability - I don't know how - to quickly dig a grave," Judge Menninger reasoned, illustrating the premeditated nature of the murder and further damning Woodward's defense.
"Woodward kept a 'hate diary,' in which he reveled in scaring gay men, indicating a long-standing pattern of anti-gay sentiment that fueled his violent actions against Bernstein," the judge elaborated on Woodward's mindset.
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