Category Archives: Discrimination

Jose Antonio Vargas: Dreams of an Undocumented Immigrant

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Mihee

A while back, Jeff blogged about Jose Antonio Vargas, a remarkable person and prolific writer/journalist who immigrated from the Philippines. He worked hard but tried to stay under the radar when it came to pursuing his dreams, particularly his education … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Gregory A. Cendana, Executive Director, APALA, AFL-CIO

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

APA Spotlight is a weekly interview of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) community leaders. It is a spotlight on individuals who have dedicated their careers to issues surrounding the APIA community with the goal of bringing much deserved recognition to … Continue reading →

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Does Race Exist?

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

I’ve spent the last year writing about Asian stereotypes on the Internet. In one of my recent articles, I asked the question: “Are Asians the Smartest Race?” As I was researching this question, I kept reading that race doesn’t really … Continue reading →

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Race Still Matters For the Millennials

Posted on June 13, 2011 by sachi

Recently, a focus group-based study of Los Angeles-area Millennials (those born after 1980, who are between 18 and 30 years of age) found that despite popular belief, the majority still believe that race matters. The study created race-based focus groups, … Continue reading →

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Taika Waititi: Who is the “Pieface” in Green Lantern?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Edward

On June 7th, I had the privilege of checking out a press screening of Warner Brothers’ Green Lantern which opens in theaters on June 17th. Within this film are two Pacific Islander actors who play significant roles in this blockbuster film: Taika … Continue reading →

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The Science and History of the Asian Squat

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

The Asian squat. I’ve always been able to do it naturally. For those of you who don’t know, the Asian squat is when you have both feet on the ground, butt touching ankles and knees spread wide. I’ve always done … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #49 – Somewhere Between – Interview with dir. Linda Goldstein Knowlton

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Xxxtine

Back from my travels in Korea! You would think in one of the most connected part of the world, I would be able to be ‘more connected’ but actually found out that despite free WiFi everywhere, when I really needed … Continue reading →

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Alex Wong & Watching Asian Americans on Television

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Guest Writer

By Ken Not many people realize that James Dean only starred in three movies, two released after his death. And yet his legend remains. There are few people who can have such a mesmerizing hold on people. In just a … Continue reading →

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Are Asians the Smartest Race?

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

I have to be honest, I didn’t want to write this article. It’s such a touchy subject but the more I looked into it the more I realized that it is something we SHOULD talk about. I promise that I’m … Continue reading →

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The Ethnic Value: Having Pride in Asian Culture

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Mike Saechao

Ethnicity is what runs through our veins. We are living proof of our ancestors who fought in wars, struggled through the hard times and made history. Though our generation is quite blind by what we perceive through the media and … Continue reading →

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NBC’s Community: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back in Portrayal of Minority Americans

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Guest Writer

By Brian I previously wrote a post asking if NBC’s Community was racist and seeing as how they just aired their Season 2 finale earlier this month, I have to answer that so far it’s been two steps forward and … Continue reading →

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