What if not attacking, but instead simply utilizing freedom of expression? What if a hundred neo-Nazis filed to hold a rally, and showed up with signs saying "

What if not attacking, but instead simply utilizing freedom of expression? What if a hundred neo-Nazis filed to hold a rally, and showed up with signs saying "Jews get out!" and chanting "We've thought about it a lot and decided we really don't like Jews!" is the expression of that idea a hate crime that can be prosecuted? or the expression of peaceful protest and first amendment rights? does a punch need to be thrown before it's a hate crime? (of course, these magical, peaceful neo-Nazis probably don't exist. from the video I've seen, the ones at that rally were out for blood)