BTS takes action against racism against Asians

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Earlier this week, members of BTS decided to speak out against the wave of anti-Asian violence raging in the United States.

In a statement posted on the group's networks, the K-pop superstars began by offering their "deep condolences" to the relatives of the victims of the recent Atlanta massacre which claimed the lives of eight people, including six women. Asian origin.

“We feel grief and anger.

We remember times when we faced discrimination as Asians.

We have been insulted for no reason and laughed at for our appearance.

We were even asked why Asians speak English, ”they wrote.

Solidarity

In solidarity with the victims of discrimination, the BTS intend to use their influence to change mentalities.

“What is happening now cannot be dissociated from our identity as Asians,” they lamented, before concluding: “We oppose racial discrimination.

We condemn violence.

You and we have the right to be respected.

We will fight together ”.

Last summer, BTS had already distinguished themselves by supporting the Black Lives Matter movement to the tune of $ 1 million.

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