Oregon Representative Khan Pham discusses the rise in hate crimes against Asian-Americans

Published: March 17, 2021, 10:58 p.m.

Asian Americans across the country and here in the Pacific Northwest are reeling after last night\u2019s deadly mass shooting in Atlanta, Georgia. Six of the eight victims were Asian American women and the attack comes amid a rise in hate crimes against Asian-Americans during the pandemic. We spoke with Oregon State Representative Khan Pham, who's district covers parts of Southeast and East Portland, including the Jade District.