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The Chimes

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The Chimes

“Stop Asian Hate” is not getting pushback—is that a problem?

“Stop Asian Hate" is not getting pushback—is that a problem?
There are underlying implications surrounding the absence of a reactionary movement.
Thecla Li, Managing Editor April 16, 2021

Multiple innocent Black people were killed during the summer of 2020, igniting not only the Black Lives Matter movement but also a rebuttal-turned-rival campaign: "All Lives Matter." Fast forward to March 2021, and a new racial fight has gained traction—this time fighting the myriad of violent hate...

Oscar nominations reveal recognition of Asian American filmmakers

Oscar nominations reveal recognition of Asian American filmmakers
Asian Americans are breaking records, and this is just the beginning.
Lauren Vander Tuig, Staff Writer April 15, 2021

Six Asian Americans have been nominated for the first time in Oscars history. From actors to directors, Asian Ameicans have remained active within the film industry, yet their hard work and dedication is only now beginning to be given some time in the limelight. In the past, Asian talent has most...

Anti-asian crime rates increase throughout California

Anti-asian crime rates increase throughout California
As the Asian American community pleas for safety, lawmakers push for new bills.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 2, 2021

From the start of the pandemic, the Asian American community has been attributed to spreading the coronavirus throughout the country according to KTLA News. Since former-President Donald Trump nicknamed the coronavirus as the “Kung flu” and “Chinese virus,” the Asian community has seen an increase...

We need to stand with the Asian American community

We need to stand with the Asian American community
Unity against the common enemy of white supremacy is the only way forward.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor February 15, 2021

The coronavirus was first discovered in China. This has “fueled” racist attacks against Asians in America, according to the Associated Press. The arrival of COVID-19 has only exposed the preexisting prejudices of many, and that is clearly evidenced by the increase in racist jokes and memes online,...

Americans have become more divided amid the pandemic

Americans have become more divided amid the pandemic
The systematic division in the U.S. is costing lives during COVID-19.
Brianna Clark, Opinions Editor (Spring 2020) April 13, 2020

The United States is incredibly diverse. Its people come from a multitude of different backgrounds and lifestyles—which would be a beautiful reality if those differences did not separate us more than unify us. During a global pandemic, Americans need to address the system that is dividing us more than...

The misrepresentation and underrepresentation of Asians in film

The misrepresentation and underrepresentation of Asians in film
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) March 14, 2018

The misrepresentation of Asians in film dates back to the early history of Hollywood where Asians were portrayed with a white ethnocentric perception. Although times are progressing, whitewashing Asian characters remains prevalent in the media today. A HISTORY OF RACISM History dates to the events...

Culture and Christianity

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Asian-Americans gather to learn about the importance of diversity and unity in the church.
Jessica Goddard, Writer November 9, 2016
Asian-Americans gather to learn about the importance of diversity and unity in the church.