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Are Asians Next in Line to be White? - By taking a look at the movies Get Out and Do The Right Thing, Adrian and Dolly examine pop culture references about Asian proximity to whiteness. They connect these moments to 3 historic Supreme Court cases where Asian Americans sued for white privilege and their discussion builds upon the theory’s of Cheryl Harris, a law professor who examines whiteness as a form of ownership.

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Are Asians Next in Line to be White?

Unpacking the stereotype that Asians are next in line to be white.

Are You “AAPI” or “Asian American”? It's Complicated.

Explore the pros and cons of disaggregating Asian American as a statistical category.

Where Did The “Asian Fetish” Come From?

Where does the Asian fetish come from?

Why “The China Virus” Has Always Been A Part Of U.S. History

This xenophobic sentiment has resulted in a cycle of violence dating back to the 1800s.

About A People’s History of Asian America

Produced in partnership by the Center for Asian American Media and PBS Digital Studios, A People’s History of Asian America tells the history of Asian Americans through the microaggressions and stereotypes this community faces.