Levin organizing residents to combat hate crimes
Councilmember says, ‘We will not compromise our ideals’
In an attempt to answer a shocking spike in hate crimes across the country that have taken place since Election Day, Councilmember Stephen Levin is organizing two community meetings to gather together Brooklyn residents to develop ideas on how to combat the hateful messages with positive activities.
The idea is to bring together residents and members of local organizations to make a positive change in their community, according to Levin (D-Greenpoint-DUMBO-parts of Brooklyn Heights).
“The very things that make our city great, the shared values of tolerance and inclusion, are being attacked. Those that perpetuate hate have it all wrong. Our diversity, compassion and unity are not weaknesses. They are a source of strength. We will not compromise our ideals. While there have already been deeply troubling incidents of violence and hate in our very own district, I have been heartened by the community’s response. That’s why I’m making this call to action,” Levin said in a statement.