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According to the FBI, hate crimes in the US reached a record high last year. However, some believe that this trend can be reversed. The article highlights a tragic incident where a white supremacist killed ten black individuals, including an 86-year-old woman who was constructing a planter box with her son as a Mother's Day gift. Her son spoke about the devastating impact this hate crime had on his family and how it reopened old wounds of racism they had already experienced. The data released by the FBI shows a significant increase in hate crimes compared to the previous year, with experts attributing this rise to factors such as aggressive political rhetoric and social media. Recent incidents, including the murder of a 6-year-old boy in an anti-Muslim attack and an ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, have further heightened concerns about hate crimes. The article emphasizes that it is not too late for change and that it requires appealing to people's humanity. However, the FBI's data on hate crimes relies on voluntary reporting, and certain states may undercount such incidents. The rise in violent hate crimes targeting various minority groups, including Jews and black individuals, has created a grim landscape. The article also mentions the impact of world events on hate crimes, with conflicts such as the Israel-Hamas war potentially fueling anti-Muslim and anti-Semitic attacks. The next presidential election season and the accompanying aggressive rhetoric could contribute to even more violence and extremism. However, politicians also have the power to mitigate hatred, as exemplified by former President George W Bush's speech promoting tolerance after the 9/11 attacks. The role of social media platforms in spreading hatred and misinformation is highlighted, with recommendations for policy measures to combat this issue. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of collective efforts from communities, leaders, and social media platforms in combating hate crimes.