In the film “Aoki” we learned about an integral member of the Black Panther movement: Richard Aoki. Unlike the stereotypes amongst asians, Aoki is an aggressive and adamant activist who stood up for the rights of others and his community. The act of standing up for their community and taking an active stance against the government and their suppressive actions parallels that of the Laotian girls in the previous reading. Both practice intersectionality and try to collect other marginalized people of color outside of their race and ethnicity. Aoki is a more aggressive form of resistance than the Laotian girls, but both represent an important part of society.
discusses the stereotype amongst asians about being dormant and inactive about political issues, but
the article involves Asian Americans taking a stand against the wrongful deportation of Cambodians.
They also practice intersectionality by supporting other marginalized minorities and hosting block
parties that would raise awareness for their stance. Aoki, the Laotian girls, and the members of this
Cambodian resistance are perfect examples of Asian Americans challenging the status quo, not only
through acts of everyday resistance, but outright organized, public organizations.
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