…and plain statement to the American people that Arab, Muslim, Sikh, and South Asian Americans are Americans too; that hate crimes and discrimination against them would not be tolerated; outreach…
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‘Han in the Upper Left’: A History of KA Immigration to the Pacific Northwest
…marginalized within the greater community. “One of the things we try to highlight in the book is Korean Americans who may not appear to be typical Korean Americans—multiracial Korean Americans,…
Celebrating Filipino American History Month: Ten Timeless Filipina Actresses
…to honor Women’s History Month. Today, it is republished to celebrate Filipino American History Month and showcase the Filipino actresses who have created lasting influence in Filipinos and Filipino Americans…
October is Filipino American History Month
Filipino Americans have had a profound impact on American history, and October is specially dedicated to remembering and honoring that legacy. The story of Filipinos in America is long and…
‘Tong Wars’ explores history of Chinese American immigrant gangs
…really interested in learning about [Chinese American history],” Seligman said. “And all these groups are a big part of American history.” Across key American cities, from San Francisco to Chicago,…
Asian American Male Directors Are Getting More Filmmaking Opportunities … What About Women?
…heritage: Asian Americans. *** After the success of “Crazy Rich Asians,” the discussion about representation for Asian Americans is hotter than ever—and perhaps hackneyed, as everyone praises box office successes…
Celebrate Filipino American History Month With These 10 Tracks
Happy Filipino American History Month! Help us kick the month off right with some new tunes brought to you by Filipino music artists. Lovers of R&B and pop music are…
Review: ‘Asian Americans’ Docu-Series Illuminates A Different Side Of American History
…American viewers, PBS’ new docu-series is setting out to provide these roots. The five-part show explores the development and growth of Asian American culture throughout history, titled descriptively (if a…
August Issue: Who Will Lead Korean America?
…the person most identified with representing Korean Americans during the tumult of 1992. In fact, she would inspire a whole generation of Korean American young people after her appearance onNightline…
Medal of Freedom sought by Asian American community for Col. Young Oak Kim
…to head and help found a handful of Asian American organizations in Southern California, including the Japanese American National Museum and the Korean American Coalition. In addition to the center…
Report Highlights Buying Power of Asian American Consumers
…followed: “Asian Americans’ Shopping Habits Make Retailers’ Eyes Light Up.” And, once again, Asian Americans confronted a paradox. On the one hand, a major mainstream firm had recognized Asian Americans’…
Propping It Up: 8 Pieces Of Asian American History We’d Love to See At The Smithsonian
…donated to the Smithsonian Asia Pacific American Center! We’re wondering what other pieces could join it. Today, we’re playing hypothetical curator. Here are eight objects of Asian American entertainment history…
Free, Free Chol Soo Lee
…man. The movement to free the Korean immigrant brought together, for the first time, hundreds, if not thousands, of Korean Americans, Japanese Americans and Chinese Americans of different generations, religions,…
Heritage Month? Bah, Humbug!
…you’ve got all 31 days for National Salad Month, National Hamburger Month, as well as National Fungal Infection Awareness Month. (Just add mushrooms to the salad and burger). Oh, and…
‘Fresh Off the Boat’ Hardly Alone
…support Asian American media, because if Asian Americans can’t support their own stories, then who will? This rests upon the assumption that nobody else is watching, so collectively, Asian Americans…
