Democrat Derek Tran has come out on top against Republican incumbent Michelle Steel in the race for California’s 45th Congressional District Sheet. However, that race was unclear until the last of the votes were counted, demonstrating the stark partisan divide in LA County and Orange County.
The re-election of Donald Trump has raised several debates on the future of U.S. trade policies, especially toward Asia. The proposed measures set by the administration are pointed toward sharp tariff increases on foreign imports, mainly targeting those originating from China. The hostile attitude of the administration toward China risks inflaming trade relations, destabilizing Asian economies and placing additional burdens on Asian American communities in the United States.
Asian American 131B taught by Brian Niiya delves into the incarceration of Japense Americans in WW2. Niiya incorporates guest speakers into the course, as well as hands on experiences at YRL Library. He ensures that each student feels a connection to the content espeically if they have a family member who was apart of the incarceration. Students find the class to be very impactful to themselves, and UCLA as a whole as well.
As the 2024 presidential election comes to a close, one trend stands out: Asian American voters continue to shift toward the Republican Party. This movement from blue to red is now more visible than ever, and it opens up new discussions and questions for future elections.
This article explores how the video game industry is embracing authentic Asian characters and storylines for more inclusive and culturally relevant representations-from “Sleeping Dogs” to “Black Myth: Wukong.” Learn how diversifying the narratives in games will impact players worldwide.