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Hate Crimes at Santa Monica College Increase 250% Since 2023
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Source: The Corsair
As the City of Santa Monica observed United Against Hate Week, community organizers said they look to bring the initiative to Santa Monica College – which has seen a 250% increase in reported hate crimes over the last two years.The Santa Monica City Council issued a proclamation observing United Against Hate Week from Oct. 18-24 during its Oct. 14 meeting. The city joined Los Angeles County and communities across the country in an annual push to lower hate crimes in America.Santa Monica Mayor Caroline Torosis read the proclamation, and Santa Monica Bay Area Human Relations Council interim director Erika Bell provided additional information. Bell also serves as the leadership chair on the Santa Monica-Malibu Council of PTAs.Data from the U.S. Justice Department shows hate crimes in America have doubled since 2015.
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