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  • How a Norcross forum is tackling rising hate against South Asians

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📰 News we're reading

• Krishnamoorthi Continues National Push to Combat Rising Hate Against South Asian Americans at Georgia Event (house.gov) — Norcross hosted the first stop of Indian American Impact's national listening tour, bringing South Asian leaders and residents together to discuss rising hate, harassment, and violence. Officials including Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Georgia lawmakers explored how federal, state, and local governments can improve hate-crime prevention, reporting, and accountability, with a focus on the lived experiences of South Asian Americans in Georgia communities.
   

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