Xenophobia and Hate Speech Are Spiking Heading Into the Election
Briefly

The current political climate exhibits unprecedented anti-immigrant rhetoric primarily driven by Donald Trump's campaign, coinciding with a notable rise in hate speech against minorities.
Yonatan Lupu of George Washington University notes a 50% increase in hate speech since the early 2020 protests, highlighting alarming trends against immigrants.
As extreme anti-immigrant sentiments escalate, incidents of harassment and false accusations against immigrants are reported across multiple American cities.
This election cycle has experienced a significant uptick in rhetoric against immigrants, reflecting broader societal divisions exacerbated by political speeches and global conflicts.
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