Losing generation of activists who fought racism proves need for Asian American studies

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, Asian teenagers are creating punchy videos to explain the roots of anti-Asian racism and amplify new hate incidents. All those sources, she said, could be powerful educational tools.

Michelle Lee, president of the Asian American Journalists Association, said the sudden passing of longtime member Corky Lee and Ibata, a co-founder of the organization's Chicago chapter, shows that it's"more important than ever to highlight the careers of trailblazers." Umemoto said a deeper understanding of the Asian American movement can also help activists build more inclusive and tactically effective campaigns. In 1971, Corky Lee drew inspiration from the Black Panthers' social service programs to help organize a health fair in Manhattan's Chinatown, providing free testing for tuberculosis, lead poisoning, venereal diseases and other conditions. The effort grew into the Chinatown Health Clinic.

 

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