: Any form of expression intended to vilify, humiliate, or incite hatred against a group based on protected characteristics. It often relies on a "we vs. they" contrast and stereotypes.
While "hate" is an emotion, in public policy and law it is categorized by specific actions motivated by bias against "identity factors" like race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. : Any form of expression intended to vilify,
: Criminal acts (e.g., assault, vandalism, murder) where the perpetrator is motivated by bias. In the U.S., a hate crime occurs nearly every hour based on FBI data . 2. The Rising Digital Dimension or nationality. : Criminal acts (e.g.