 This proposition began a spur of negative images and claims associated with Hispanics and Latinos in the U.S.Negative news media portrayals in addition to Prop 187 affected the Hispanic community greatly— limiting employment opportunities, increasing maltreatment within the criminal justice system, and perpetuating victimization through violent hate crimes against Latinos.Studies show that from 2003 to 2007, the violent hate crimes against Latinos have risen 40%.