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A cross was burned in downtown Chicago in what organizers say is part of a pattern of racist violence. The incident reflects escalating hate crimes in major urban centers.
A cross was burned in downtown Chicago—the symbol is unambiguous in its meaning. Organizers are characterizing this as part of a broader pattern of racist violence in the city, not an isolated incident.
Cross burnings are rare enough in the 21st century that one downtown is notable. The fact that activists see this as fitting into a pattern rather than standing alone suggests they're tracking a spike in incidents. Hate crimes don't always track national political climate, but timing and location matter. A cross burning in a major city during a period of elevated anti-immigrant and anti-minority rhetoric from the federal government signals either that extremists feel emboldened or that existing hostility is finding more visible outlets.
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