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book-review1 year ago

"Wandering Stars": Tommy Orange's Exploration of Cultural Erasure and Personal History

Tommy Orange's "Wandering Stars" is a powerful follow-up to his debut novel, "There There," exploring the aftermath of colonization and forced assimilation of Native Americans through the multi-generational story of Jude Star's descendants. The novel delves into the enduring impact of government campaigns and the complex relationship between race, blood, and identity, offering a poignant reflection on the present-day existence of Native Americans.

via The New York Times|
#assimilation#book-review#identity
entertainment2 years ago

"Jon Lovitz Opens Up About Intra-Community Antisemitism in Hollywood"

Jewish actor and comedian Jon Lovitz revealed in an interview with Fox News Digital that he has experienced antisemitism in Hollywood, primarily from other Jews. Lovitz discussed the Jewish origins in Hollywood and how many Jewish actors and filmmakers changed their names to assimilate to America. He also shared personal experiences of losing parts due to his Jewish heritage. Lovitz criticized the prevalence of the "self-loathing Jew" trope in Hollywood and singled out Senator Bernie Sanders for his opposition to Israel.

via Fox News|
#antisemitism#assimilation#entertainment
arts-and-entertainment2 years ago

"Poor Yella Rednecks: A Refreshing Twist on a Refugee's Journey"

"Poor Yella Rednecks," a play by Qui Nguyen, explores the struggles of a Vietnamese family in Arkansas, picking up five years after the events of his previous play "Vietgone." The play combines hip-hop and martial arts with soapy twists and turns, subverting conventions to address questions of displacement and assimilation. Through a fusion of humor and sincerity, Nguyen presents his family's history with a delicate balance, highlighting the challenges faced by immigrants and the complexities of fitting in.

via The New York Times|
#arts-and-entertainment#assimilation#comedy
society2 years ago

The Language Dilemma: Spanish Skills and Latino Identity in the US

A Pew Research Center survey found that about half of U.S. Latinos who don't speak Spanish well have been shamed by other Latinos for it. Young Latinos aged 18 to 29, who are the least likely age group to be able to carry on a conversation in Spanish, reported experiencing jokes or comments about their limited language ability frequently. Language is seen as a part of identity, and being told that their language is a problem can be damaging. The survey also revealed that language skills in the U.S. fade with generations, with the first generation maintaining their primary language, the second becoming bilingual, and the third primarily speaking English. Political and social pressures, as well as anti-immigrant sentiment, contribute to this pattern. The loss of language not only affects communication but also tears at family and community ties. The stigmatization of limited language skills overlooks the linguistic diversity and the ability to navigate challenging circumstances.

via USA TODAY|
#assimilation#discrimination#identity
social-issues2 years ago

Uncovering the Hidden Truth: Native American Boarding Schools' Impact on Generations

The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition has released a new list of Indigenous boarding schools in the United States, revealing that Native American children have attended at least 523 such schools since the 19th century. This surpasses the previously reported number of institutions. The majority of these schools were run by the federal government to assimilate children into White society. The list includes both closed and currently operating schools, with 125 still open. Efforts to raise awareness about the legacy of boarding schools have gained momentum, with Interior Secretary Deb Haaland launching an initiative to investigate the schools. The Interior Department's initial investigation found that 19 boarding schools accounted for the deaths of over 500 Native American children, with the expected number of recorded deaths to be in the thousands or tens of thousands.

via CNN|
#assimilation#education#historical-trauma