Sikhism

Reports that "Backlash" Incidents are Declining; Workplace Discrimination Rising

October 24, 2001

Source: The Nando Times

On October 24, 2001, The Nando Times reported, "Groups tracking backlash violence since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks say hate crimes appear to be declining, although there are new complaints of workplace discrimination." The article notes that while groups report fewer violent incidents, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has "received so many calls to its field offices that it introduced new codes into its national database to track charges filed by Arabs, Middle Easterners, Afghans and Sikhs."

Valley Sikhs Donate to Disaster Relief

October 22, 2001

Source: The Fresno Bee

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On October 22, 2001, The Fresno Bee reported that "members of the Sikh Temple in San Joaquin donated $5,000 on Sunday to the New York City disaster relief fund, bringing the total to $57,000 from four fund-raisers held at temples in the Valley. The latest donation to the American Red Cross by the San Joaquin temple was part of the Sikh community's efforts to help victims from the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City and the...

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South Asian Americans Debate Responses to "Backlash"

October 22, 2001

Source: Masala.com

On October 22, 2001 Masala.com featured the article "Self-Defense vs. Divisive Politics: South Asians disagree over need to differentiate themselves from targeted groups." The article noted, "As reports of bias attacks against Muslims, Arabs and South Asians started trickling in, some community leaders began advocating self-preservation in places of worship, at vigils and other public forums. Some Hindu leaders reportedly advised South Asian women to wear bindis so they would not be mistaken for Arabs. A television ad sponsored by a Sikh...

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California Attorney General Visits Gurdwara, Pledges Support

October 21, 2001

Source: The KCRA Channel

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On October 21, 2001, The KCRA Channel in Sacramento reported "Lockyer Speaks To Sikh Community: Attorney General Confirms Hate Crimes Up." The online news source stated, "The number of hate crimes in California has risen sharply since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, and Attorney General Bill Lockyer told Sacramento's Sikhs on Wednesday that he would lead the fight against those who commit hate crimes."

American Sikhs Reach Out, Educate about their Faith

October 20, 2001

Source: The Virginian-Pilot

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On October 20, 2001 The Virginian-Pilot featured the article "Sikhs: Followers of faith promote peace." The article reported on the outreach efforts of the local Sikh community. "'This is a very delicate and trying time for Sikhs,' said Jagdish A. Singh, who heads the area's foundation. 'Some people may be shaving their beards and removing turbans out of fear of being considered [members of the] Taliban.'"

Sikh Man Attacked at his Seattle Hotel

October 20, 2001

Source: The Seattle Post-Intelligencer

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On October 20, 2001, The Seattle Post-Intelligencer reported "Sikh man beaten at his SeaTac motel." The article reported that a man is under arrest for the attack, which left the hotel owner Kail Singh unconscious. The article concluded, "Toward his attacker, Singh said he feels no anger. He blames ignorance and lack of education about Sikhism."

A Turban in Red, White, and Blue

October 19, 2001

Source: The News-Journal

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On October 19, 2001, The News-Journal reported "Red, white and blue turban displays patriotism."

Update: Providence Kirpan Case Against Sher Singh

October 19, 2001

Source: The Providence Journal

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On October 19, 2001, The Providence Journal featured the editorial by Sarbpreet Singh "The Sikh's arrest and Roger Williams." The piece concluded, "As America deals with legitimate, complex issues of security and retribution, there might be a tendency to not pay too much attention to cases like this one, which are emblematic of the backlash that Sikhs and other minority communities have suffered recently. While, on the surface, the refusal to...

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Japanese-Americans Speak Out Against Backlash

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,'...

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After the Attacks, Tech Workers Face Challenges

October 17, 2001

Source: USA TODAY

http://www.usatoday.com/life/cyber/tech/2001/10/17/tech-visa-worker-woes.htm

On October 17, 2001, USA TODAY reported "Tech visa workers feel heat from attacks, layoffs." The article notes that "It's a tense time for...Asian and Middle Eastern workers in the United States on H-1B visas. They came in large numbers in recent years to fill high-tech jobs. Many came from India, and they are predominately Hindus. But tensions �...

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