An ember lights the shoot, then dies
The canvas is spread, waiting for the artist / No blade can pierce the bullet
But her gaze will.
Asian Americans are an incredibly large and growing part of the electorate in the United States — with the number of eligible voters reaching 13.4 million in 2021.
However, there seems to be some level of apathy among some members of this community.
LA County released its latest annual report on reported hate crimes throughout the county, and the numbers show that hate crimes against Asians are still on the rise. The COVID-19 pandemic led to an enormous spike in anti-Asian sentiment, and this harmful trend seems to have no end in sight.
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.