Georgia Dems: Bill limiting land purchases by Chinese 'agents' is racist

Democrats in Georgia are raising concerns over a bill passed by the state’s House of Representatives that puts limitations on land purchases by Chinese “agents,” arguing it could result in discrimination against Asian Americans. On March 21, the Georgia House of Representatives voted in favor of Senate Bill 420, a bill targeting land purchases by foreign “agents” of China, among other countries, restricting their ability to purchase farmland or land near military installations, reported the Associated Press. Democrats argue that the bill perpetuates racism and suspicion towards Asians and Asian Americans.