Army to discharge Hawaii soldier who took stand against Iraq war

lt. ehren watada allowed to resign from army First Lt.

Kaiser is the model for healthcare?

This is an interesting article that discusses whether or not Kaiser's model is the model of the future of healthcare.

Why does "yellowface" in Hollywood go on unabated?

The casting of Avatar: The Last Airbender is drawing the attention that Breakfast at Tiffany's never did. The real question is whether or not the studios will respond. What makes it okay to create a mockery of Asians and not other races? I am curious to see how it turns out.

Kaiser cracks down on Whistleblowers...

I've been following this story for a while and haven't heard much about it... Am hoping Viners will help drive news organizations to get involved since we are in dire need of health care reform!

In 1943, Census released Japanese Americans' data - Los Angeles Times

While absolutely shocking that the Census would release data that they promised not to, it isn't surprising. So can anyone blame Americans of middle eastern descent for being mistrustful of the US government?

Asian-American art creates more racial tension

Racially charged statements draw angry response from both sides...

Online anonymity lets users get nasty - Tech News & Reviews - MSNBC.com

Something that strikes home, no?

Sorority Evictions Raise Issue of Looks and Bias - New York Times

This is really just plain sad.

"Reality" television continues to run from reality at top speed

the cast of MTV's new Maui fever has locals incensed at their portrayal of the island culture.

A desperate mother ignores the odds - Los Angeles Times

This is just heartwarming. Don't know about you, but I need to call my mother now.

Rare Good News About AIDS - New York Times

Wonderful news in the fight against AIDS. Great that they are looking to more things than drugs to fight this scourge.

ROSIE TO ASIANS: LOOSEN UP - New York Post Online Edition: Seven

So Rosey employs humor that offends a number of people... it happens. It's not a new joke. In fact it is such an old joke that there is really no excuse for not realizing how much people can be offended by it. But bad humor I can live with.

ASIAN POP / Do you think we're sexy?

Jeff Yang's commentary on the reframing of the perceived sexuality of the Asian-American male.

Schools Slow in Closing Gaps Between Races - New York Times

Particularly relevant for everyone who thinks that there is no more need for affirmative action. There is still a long way to go for America to be a truly equal society.

As Sonics Pack to Leave Town, Seattle Shrugs - New York Times

I can't say I am happy the team is leaving, but it is refreshing to see the city refuse to kowtow to the demands of owners. More time to ski I guess.

being asian in hollywood

Sung Kang (better luck tomorrow and fast and the furious) and Russell Wong (joy luck club) talk about their experiences as Asian men trying to be leading men in Hollywood.

ABC News: Hollywood's Stereotypes##

An interesting look at the power of Hollywood and it's influence. I'm the first one to say we should take a more light hearted look at things, but maybe I need to reexamine the power of suggestion.

Asian-American's, the sleeping giant of CA politics

So we're growing...

China plans Bruce Lee amusement park

I wonder what the rides will be like. And the snacks for that matter.

Meet the real Paris according to Banksy

Banksy strikes again and the target is our own beloved Paris Hilton...below is a link to the actual artwork. If anyone knows of a link to the remixed music, I would love to hear it.

The minority population of Texas has become the majority

Texas is now the 4th state in the Union to have a minority population that is larger than the caucasian population. Not really news, but a sign of changing times. It will be more interesting to see how these demographic changes affect media and food offerings.

Retort to comments by Sen. Allen

The unrest that Senator Allen caused with his "Macaca" comments continue to ripple through the Asian American community. Hopefully they will eventually move through the rest of the nation.

New 'Survivor' divides groups by race - Yahoo! News

good lord...this can only end badly.

NYC's oldest bartender still pouring at 90 - Wonderful World - MSNBC.com

Talk about job security. I got to go to this bar, just to hear some stories from this guy!

New York Daily News - Home - Lloyd Grove's Lowdown: 29-year-old virgin paging Mr. Right

Okay...what with Calvin's efforts to help me land a date, I felt that I should seed the additional articles that are springing up regarding this young lady's PR stunt.

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