Hate Crime in America: From Prejudice to Violence
Danielle Smith-Llera · 2024
Banned in 1 country
About this book
Hate crime in the United States is on the rise. The FBI has reported that hate crimes rose by 17 percent in 2017, increasing for the third straight year, and the trend continued into 2018 and 2019. The crimes are most commonly motivated by hatred related to race, ethnicity, or country of origin. Many crimes are also motivated by bias against sexual orientation or gender identity. Students will learn why hate crime is on the rise and how they can help combat it.
Why it was banned
In 2024, "Hate Crime in America: From Prejudice to Violence" by Danielle Smith-Llera was banned at the school level in the United States due to its political content, depictions of violence, and themes related to race and colonialism. The ban reflects a growing trend of restricting access to materials addressing sensitive social issues in educational settings. No notable legal challenges or public statements from the author or publisher have been documented regarding this ban.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Hate Crime in America: From Prejudice to Violence" by Danielle Smith-Llera was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States, primarily due to concerns over its content related to race, colonialism, political themes, and violence. Notably, the book faced challenges during school board meetings in states like Texas and Florida, where parents and local organizations raised formal complaints about its appropriateness for students. The bans were upheld in multiple districts, reflecting a growing trend of restricting educational materials that address sensitive social issues.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | PoliticalViolenceRacial |
