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A Closer Look: Behind the Rise in Anti-Asian Attacks

A Closer Look: Behind the Rise in Anti-Asian Attacks
People attend a vigil for victims of anti-Asian hate crimes at Union Square in New York on March 19, 2021. Chung I Ho/The Epoch Times
Bowen Xiao
Bowen Xiao
Reporter
3/23/2021|Updated: 3/25/2021

Horrific headlines have recently proliferated across social media and the news industry depicting Asian Americans as victims of an increasing spate of assaults, both verbal and physical. Examining what’s behind the trend requires a deeper look into a complex, multifaceted issue.

The Epoch Times spoke to nearly a dozen people spanning different backgrounds, expertise, and personal experiences. These included Asian Americans who have experienced racism firsthand, attorneys with expertise on hate crimes, former law enforcement officials, public safety experts, scholars, activists, and more.

Bowen Xiao
Bowen Xiao
Reporter
Bowen Xiao was a New York-based reporter at The Epoch Times. He covers national security, human trafficking and U.S. politics.
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