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Guest Commentary: Does Hate Really Have No Home Here?

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Source: The Philadelphia Citizen

Imagine this: Outraged by the Chinese government’s persecution of the Uyghurs, a group of Philadelphians organizes a protest targeting Chinese-owned restaurants. They call for boycotts, gather outside businesses, and demand that establishments associated with China be driven from the city. Or imagine that, in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, protesters take to the streets … Continue reading Guest Commentary: Does Hate Really Have No Home Here?

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