U.S. hate crimes up 20 percent in 2016 fueled by election campaign-report

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Hate crimes in nine U.S. metropolitan areas rose more than 20 percent last year, fueled by inflamed passions during the presidential campaign and more willingness for victims to step forward, a leading hate crimes researcher said on Monday.

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