‘Alarming surge’ in anti-Asian violence across US terrifies community members
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Although it is difficult to prove recent incidents were fueled by bigotry, activists and community leaders say race has played a major role
As an increase in anti-Asian bigotry continues to sweep across America, politicians and community advocates have called for action to combat a disturbing surge in physical attacks and harassment.
During a press conference last week, top congressional Democrats condemned the increase and said much of the blame lies in former president Donald Trump’s racist rhetoric about Chinese persons and the coronavirus.
The Guardian
.
.
.
.
Although it is difficult to prove recent incidents were fueled by bigotry, activists and community leaders say race has played a major role
As an increase in anti-Asian bigotry continues to sweep across America, politicians and community advocates have called for action to combat a disturbing surge in physical attacks and harassment.
During a press conference last week, top congressional Democrats condemned the increase and said much of the blame lies in former president Donald Trump’s racist rhetoric about Chinese persons and the coronavirus.