Stereotypes of East and Southeast Asians are ethnic stereotypes that are found in many Western societies. Stereotypes of Asians like other stereotypes, are often manifest in a society's media, literature, theater and other creative expressions. In many instances, media portrayals of Asians often reflect the dominant Eurocentric ideas of them rather than their actual customs and behaviors. [1] However, these stereotypes have repercussions for Asians and Asian Americans in daily interactions, current events, and governmental legislation. Asians have experienced discrimination and have been victims of hate crimes related to their ethnic stereotypes.