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A recent surge in anti-Somali sentiment has been observed, particularly in the wake of a recent fraud case. What should have been a discussion about the individuals involved has instead become a blanket condemnation of the entire Somali community, including those who had no involvement in the case. This has led to a rise in online and offline discrimination, with innocent Somali students, workers, parents, and elders being treated as suspects. The situation has been described as scapegoating, with Somalis being unfairly labeled as a “fraud culture.” The hate is rising, and it’s not okay…