Asian Americans Report Rise In Racist Attacks Amid Pandemic

The video discusses the rise in hate crimes against Asian-Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting personal stories and the creation of Stop AAPI Hate, a reporting tool for such incidents. Cynthia Choi, co-executive director of Chinese for Affirmative Action, shares insights on the diversity within the Asian-American community and the challenges of underreporting hate crimes. The video also examines the impact of political rhetoric on these incidents and expresses concerns about the long-term effects of discrimination on Asian-Americans.

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