Attacks On Elderly Asian Americans Spike In Northern California

The video discusses the rising concern for safety among elderly Asian Americans in the Bay Area due to viral attacks. It highlights the increase in anti-Asian incidents during the pandemic, fueled by racist language. Community efforts in Oakland Chinatown aim to protect vulnerable seniors, while government actions, including President Biden's memorandum, seek to address these hate crimes.

What specific incidents in the Bay Area have raised concerns about the safety of elderly Asian Americans?

• A series of car thefts targeting Asian Americans.

• Vandalism of Asian-owned businesses.

• A protest against Asian American communities.

• A 91-year-old was pushed to the ground and a Thai American died from injuries.

What has contributed to the rise in anti-Asian attacks during the pandemic?

• Increased media coverage of Asian cultures.

• A new law targeting Asian businesses.

• A decline in community support for Asian Americans.

• Use of derogatory terms like 'Chinese virus' and 'Wuhan flu'.

What organization reported over 2800 cases of anti-Asian incidents in 2020?

• Asian American Legal Defense Fund

• Asian Pacific Fund

• National Asian Pacific American Bar Association

• Stop AAPI Hate

How has the community in Oakland responded to the attacks on Asian seniors?

• By creating a neighborhood watch program.

• By petitioning for more police presence.

• By volunteering to accompany seniors and fundraising for portable alarms.

• By organizing protests.

What action has President Biden taken to address hate crimes against Asian Americans?

• Signed an executive memorandum to provide resources for tracking hate crimes.

• Implemented a new immigration policy.

• Increased funding for Asian American cultural events.

• Established a new federal agency for Asian American affairs.