17 Tweets About the Atlanta Shooting and Asian Hate

In Atlanta, Georgia, eight people died in a massacre – seven of them women, six of them of Asian origin. A 21-year-old man shot the people in 3 massage salons and spa facilities and then fled, but was caught by the police after a long chase. According to the police, the motive behind the murder is still unclear, but it seems to be very likely that racism and white supremacy were a strong motivation. A huge discussion about racism, Hate Crimes and Sexualized Violence has erupted on Twitter. People are sad, disappointed, and angry, and are now starting a debate on gun control again. We have the best Tweets for you!

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