Nation Congress urged to address hate crimes, but ‘hate is a hell of a motivator.’ Will passing laws help? June 4, 2022June 4, 2022Deborah Barfield Berry, USA TODAYComments Off on Congress urged to address hate crimes, but ‘hate is a hell of a motivator.’ Will passing laws help? Some lawmakers urge Congress to support more anti-hate bills and tone down divisive rhetoric as racial attacks continue happening across the country.