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'We're Called Fascists And Nazis': Russian Americans Face Death Threats And Boycotts

Owners of Russian restaurants are calling out the harassment they've faced in the weeks since Putin invaded Ukraine, including death threats and vandalized property — even as they throw their support behind the Ukrainian people. Their businesses have been boycotted, with some losing up to 60% of their customers. "In the ‘80s ... we were called the Commies," says Vlada Von Shats, a third-generation restaurateur. "This time around, we're called the fascists and the Nazis. And it hurts." Across the U.S., Russian immigrant communities have openly condemned the war and are using their spaces to help organize protests and fundraisers, sending money to support victims of displacement and violence thousands of miles away: "These people are coming with nothing. ... They need to start a new life. We’re here for them, whatever they need. We know what starting a new life is all about." Subscribe for more videos: https://ajplus.co/subscribe Sign up for subtext, our newsletter about the people and movements driving change in our society: https://ajplus.co/ekdv4 Follow us on Instagram:   / ajplus   Like us on Facebook:   / ajplusenglish   Follow us on Twitter:   / ajplus