China News Service, February 19th. According to a comprehensive report from Chinese media in the United States, there have been many cases of discrimination and assaults against Asians in New York recently. Two attacks occurred on the morning of the 16th local time alone.
At 6:50, a 68-year-old Asian woman was hit on the back of the head at a subway station in New York; at about 11 o’clock, a 71-year-old Asian woman was attacked on the New York subway for no reason... New York Mayor Blasio, New York's 20th district councilor candidate Huang Minyi and others have spoken out, condemning these criminal acts against Asians.
Mayor Bai Sihao said on the 17th that New York City will not tolerate any discrimination and hatred against Asians.
He posted on social media that he could not accept this behavior. He said that the subway has added more than 500 police officers to maintain law and order, and the city government will ensure the safety of the public transportation system.
He also emphasized again that New York City will never tolerate any hatred and discrimination against Asians, and the community needs to unite to build a stronger and more compassionate city.
Huang Minyi pointed out that more and more Asian elderly are being attacked.
According to statistics, the number of hate crimes against Asians in 2020 has increased 9 times compared with 2019.
She believes that the authorities should take immediate action to curb the surge and wave of anti-Asian hate crimes.
The New York Asian Lawyers Association released a new report on the 11th, studying the rising trend of hate violent crimes against Asians in New York City under the new crown epidemic, detailing the source of discrimination and providing solutions.
The report shows that New York City is the second most discriminatory city in the United States after San Francisco. The verbal harassment, physical assault, coughing or spitting, and denial of ride services are all higher than the national average. ; Among all Asians, the most discriminated against are Chinese, most of whom are 30 to 39 years old.
The New York Asian Lawyers Association put forward seven recommendations to address hate crimes, including the establishment of a clear victim reporting mechanism, either by telephone hotline or online platform; law enforcement agencies correctly categorize, record, investigate and report hate crimes; in law enforcement government public Incorporating more Asian representatives in the legal department; launching public education and advocacy in the community; strengthening the unity and cooperation between ethnic minorities; judicial reform and encouraging public litigation and reporting.
The association hopes that the report can widely disclose to the public the unfair treatment of Asians and calls on the government to take action to protect the rights of Asian Americans.
In response to the recent surge in anti-Asian violence in the United States, Asian restaurant owners in New York City joined forces to launch an initiative, hoping to raise $25,000 to donate food to shelters in New York City where adequate services are not available, and to people The number of hate crimes targeting Asians in the United States is increasing rapidly.
At present, more than 20 restaurants and companies have joined this initiative, raising more than 41,000 US dollars.
According to the introduction on the fundraising website, these donations will be used to "provide free meals to those in need." At the same time, more than $25,000 will be donated to charities to "help the Asian communities in need."
On social media, people involved in this event also shared their views on the initiative.
The owner of a Malaysian restaurant in New York City wrote on social media: “On one of the most meaningful festivals of the year, we stand with some small businesses in New York City to celebrate the lunar calendar by speaking out for the Asian community. In the New Year, we hope to have an impact through our collective strength."