Reported hate crimes in California increased roughly 20% in the last year, according to the CA Attorney General’s latest update.
But officials say the alarming numbers don’t tell the whole story. Community leaders say there has been a historical underreporting of hate crimes across the state for many reasons — including fear of retaliation, lack of culturally competent resources, immigration concerns and overall distrust of law enforcement. Also, there is general confusion about what a hate crime is or isn’t, and what can be reported, leaders say.
“Generally, there’s a feeling that the matters won’t be taken seriously, that they’ll be brushed aside, or that no action will be taken,” she said.Aug. 18 shooting of Cedar Glen shop owner and LGBTQ+ ally Laura Ann Carleton Now, she serves as an LA vs. Hate ambassador, where she helps other victims of hate and connects them to resources. She also leads the nonprofit, which since 2021 has provided free self-defense workshops and resources to the community, especially Asian American seniors and the vulnerable elderly. LA vs. Hate also supports the nonprofit, which was also recognized by the CA State Assembly.
“There were moments where she was very frustrated and would cry and be upset, and I’d lend her my ear and be empathetic and say, ‘You’re a strong person, you can get through this. I’m still here. I’m still supporting you,’” Cuevas said. Signs designed for Los Angeles County’s LA vs. Hate campaign in the sand at Will Rogers State Beach in Pacific Palisades, Calif. on August 7, 2021.
Reese Harner looks at a sand sculpture designed for Los Angeles County’s LA vs. Hate campaign at Will Rogers State Beach in Pacific Palisades, Calif. on August 7, 2021. Many people experience fears and frustrations with the legal process after reporting, or are scared to reach out to law enforcement in the first place, leaders said.
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