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Moon-Ho Jung
HSTAA 406
Seattle Campus
Explores the multiple political traditions forged by Asian Americans, from the earliest challenges to racist laws and unequal wages to the latest debates over affirmative action and racial profiling. Examines Asian American communities organized to oppose and to perpetuate social inequalities. Offered: jointly with AAS 406.
Class description
Ever since the nineteenth century, Asian Americans have responded to prevailing socioeconomic, political, and cultural norms in a variety of ways across the political spectrum. We will explore the multiple political traditions forged by Asian Americans, from the earliest challenges to racist laws and unequal wages to the latest debates over affirmative action and post-9/11 racial profiling. How have Asian American communities organized to oppose and to perpetuate social inequalities within and beyond the U.S., including those based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, and citizenship?
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Recommended preparation
No prerequisites.
Class assignments and grading
Participation, exams, and paper.
