Xenophobia to Asians have existed since the immigration process in Angel Island, which later led to the Chinese Exclusion Act (History.com). Xenophobia still is exhibited today due to it being embedded within our government and society many years ago.

The myth that Asian Americans are a model minority has been termed due to the assumption that they have higher and stable income and education. This myth creates a feeling that discrimination they experience "doesn’t really happen or feel legitimate” (Bianca Mabute-Louie, Time).

The lack of awareness and prejudice causes discrimination, and in this case it has the ability to cause physical violence in public.

The pandemic has caused small businesses to suffer due to the lack of activity, but hate crimes also cause Asian businesses in particular to lose support. Asian businesses may also experience violence, one example being the spa shooting in Atlanta.

Hate crimes cause fear and trauma in victims who have been affected, as well as feelings of vulnerability within the community(NY Times). Many worry about their own lives and their loved ones, which can cause anxiety and paranoia.

Due to stereotypes and prejudice, other forms of discrimination can happen in everyday lives. Discrimination can happen in the workplace and educational institutes. Culture and language barriers can cause unequal access to healthcare, financial aid, and other services.