Stop the Dis’: Debunking Immigrant Crime Myths

Disinformation about immigrants is everywhere. The latest episode of Stop The Dis is here to help you separate facts from fiction about immigration and crime. Hosted by Al Madrigal, this show from LatiNation and CALÓ News is dedicated to busting myths and providing access to real, credible information about the Latino community.

So, what’s the deal with immigrants and crime?

A staggering amount of people want you to think that immigrants are a threat. They point to the large number of people crossing the southern border, with some coming from very dangerous places. But does that necessarily mean that immigrants from those areas are dangerous themselves?

The answer is a resounding no. Multiple studies from credible sources throughout the country have shown that immigrants are, in fact, far less likely to commit violent crimes than people born in the U.S.  While there might be areas where immigrants are more prone to commit crimes, the evidence from millions of data points is clear: immigrants are not the boogeymen they are made out to be.

Disinformation campaigns love to twist the narrative. They focus on a single crime and repeat it over and over to make it seem like it’s happening all the time. Or they drag up old stories from other countries and make it sound like it just happened nearby.

Stay informed, not misled. Talking about crime in a way that exaggerates the threat doesn’t make us more vigilant; it makes us paranoid. And that’s exactly what disinformation aims to do—make us fearful and divided.

Don’t be fooled. Visit trusted fact-checking sites and stay aware. Together, we can Stop The Dis and protect our community from the harm of disinformation.

About Stop The Dis:

Stop The Dis is a joint effort by LatiNation, the Latino Media Collaborative (LMC), and CALÓ News to highlight the urgent need to address disinformation in the Latino community. Hosted by Al Madrigal, the campaign unites voices against the spread of false information, especially around the 2024 U.S. elections.

Catch the latest episode and join the fight against disinformation!