Fear and discord grip San Francisco’s Asian American community amid a rise in violent attacks, spotlighting ongoing racial tensions and calls for increased protection and solidarity, The New York Times reports.
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San Francisco police data reveals a staggering 567% surge in reported hate crimes against Asian Americans, highlighting a growing concern over racial violence in the city, The Guardian reports.
San Francisco’s new “Caren Act” criminalizes placing racist 911 calls, treating them as hate crimes. The law aims to curb discriminatory misuse of emergency services, promoting accountability and justice.