October 18, 2001
Source: The KCRA Channel
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On October 18, 2001, The KCRA Channel in Sacramento reported, "Japanese-Americans Join Fight Against Hate Crimes: Groups Band Together To Decry Arab, Sikh And Muslim Hate Crimes." The article reported on backlash, including an incident in which a local mosque was blockaded by tractors. "'Sixty years ago, the backlash against Japanese-Americans was wrong. Today, the backlash against Muslims is equally wrong,' Japanese-American Andy Noguchi said." A press conference was held on Thursday, pledging Japanese-American support and solidarity.