Hate crimes in California rose by 2.7% from 2023 to 2024, with a significant increase of 13.9% specifically targeting the LGBTQ+ community. Local businesses, like Judging by the Cover in Fresno, report experiencing hate, prompting them to abandon social media platforms due to harassment. The Jewish community also faced threats, recording a 7.3% increase in hate crimes. Authorities emphasize the importance of reporting hate crimes, as many incidents remain underreported. Community leaders stress the need for vigilance and support for those affected by these crimes.
"We ended up getting rid of Facebook completely because it was a hotbed for hate," co-owner of Judging by the Cover: A Bookstore, Ashley Mireles-Guerrero said.
"For many of us, it's always been a concern," Rabbi Rick Winer with Temple Beth Israel said.
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