Hate Crime In America's Justice System

Hate crime is an offense such as murder and torture that contains an element of bias as to why it took place. “56.9% of hates crimes that have taken place are due to race and ethnicity” (Racial Justice). Since origination America has had racial discrimination taking place. Hate crimes have been around since before World War 1 and racial instability and profiling continues to still play a large role in America’s characterization today (Omi). Although some believe that America has sufficiently progressed over time, inequality, racial injustice, and hate crimes still take place, and in order to ensure a better future for the youth and ensure equality for all, citizens must raise awareness about these issues and unite in speaking out against them.
Not only does ideas and beliefs create unfair living to some, racism has been exercised through political power (Omi). Statistics have shown that people of different ethnicities are less likely to receive substantial justice or fair sentencings when being trialed. Racial bias is currently reoccuring in our justice systems. Racial injustice can’t be achieved until we work together to prove the past isn’t the present, and we all have equal opportunities and accept all. “The laws we now see, are in need of a course correction” (King). The Declaration of Independence was a vision for America stating that the people would be free and equal, this being said America's government and justice system are meant to protect the US, and the citizens of the country. They should not have to question if their country is against them (Racial Justice). Jim crow laws were created for a reason, it is important to know your rights in order to fight against unfair treatment in society and the justice system if need
When hate takes place as a citizen you are faced with two choices to either do nothing and let hate take over or take a stand and speak out. This being the 21st century, today there is social media to help put awareness and help fight the justice system. Social media is the modern form of communication that the younger generation uses to massly spread information. In order for hate to be stopped, hate has to be exposed and denounced. Drawing attention to what is going on allows others to know wrong from right (Ten Ways to Fight Hate). Using protest, social media awareness, and promoting within America are ways that Americans can help make a change, and let others know that they are not alone.
Standing up for rights, and not letting hate crimes or injustice take over is how everyone can help improve the future. Groups such as the NAACP, CCR and more focus on setting up effective ways to advocate for minority rights. Joining together with co-workers, friends, schools, civic groups, and neighbors creates unity and a stronger force and shows what is taking place isn’t acceptable. In order to make a stronger presence known fighting hate also needs community leaders with large roles to take a stand such as Mayors, Police Chiefs, CEO’s of companies, School Administrations etc. (Ten Ways to Fight