10 Ways to Fight Hate: Create an Alternative (Advanced Program)
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The Many and One Coalition
In 2001, many Somali immigrants came to the town of Lewiston in the state of Maine. In 2002, a local government official asked them to stop inviting more family to live in Lewiston. A hate group also read the mayor's letter and saw a chance to spread their message. They hoped that people would join their rally against the Somalis. People in the community reacted to the plan by planning an alternative event.
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