Nick Reisman reports for New York State of Politics Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $25 million for organizations considered vulnerable to hate crimes and vandalism on May 10. New York has seen a rise in hate crimes recently, and Hochul has also convened a summit on the issue. Hochul said, "This is our defining moment — a moment to stand up as one New York and make clear there is no place for hate in our communities.... I was proud to convene New York's first-ever Unity Summit to bring together leading experts working to fight hate and bias. Working together, I know we can make this state safer and more welcoming for all." Part of the money is for strengthening security for at-risk groups, and $3.5 million for the Hate and Bias Prevention Unit. Read more about this story at New York State of Politics.