Asian American Population:
Represents almost 6% of the U.S. population.
46% increase from 2000 to 2010, fastest-growing group.
Settlement and Impact:
Settling in immigrant-welcoming places like NYC, SF, LA.
Changing the face of America, but history not well-known.
Historical Background:
Millions sought new lives for work, opportunity, and freedom.
Contributed to the U.S. as a "nation of immigrants."
Diversity Within Asian America:
24 distinct groups (Chinese, Japanese, South Asians, etc.).
Varied immigration, generational status, class, religion, gender.
Connection to World History:
Asia-Americas connection through colonization and global trade.
Asian American journeys part of global history patterns.
Asian American History and Immigration:
Tied to U.S. presence in Asia.
Economic lifeline for families on both sides of the Pacific.
Racial Dynamics:
History of racism and discrimination.
Treated as foreigners tied to Asia, not loyal Americans.
Gender and Class Dimensions:
Discrimination against Asian immigrant women.
Class and education impact treatment.
Race Relations in the U.S.:
Lump diverse Asians into one group, treated as foreigners.
Navigating positions between black and white, foreign and American.
Contemporary Issues:
Persistence of seeing Asian Americans as outsiders.
Labels like "model minorities," challenges to full equality.
