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Asian American Politics

Asian American Politics
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Publisher : Polity
Total Pages : 249
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ISBN-10 : 9780745634470
ISBN-13 : 0745634478
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Book Synopsis Asian American Politics by : Andrew Aoki

Download or read book Asian American Politics written by Andrew Aoki and published by Polity. This book was released on 2008 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of Asian American participation in US politics. Written to be easily accessible to students, the book covers historical and cultural context, political behavior and attitudes, interest groups and parties, elected officials, and public policies that have an important impact on Asian Americans. The role of identity provides an organizing theme which allows students to see connections between different aspects of Asian American politics. Andrew Aoki and Okiyoshi Takeda explain how the fate of Asian Americans has been powerfully influenced by the way they have been portrayed in the media, and more generally, in US society. Students are introduced to the “forever foreigner” image, which has helped to marginalise Asian Americans, and the “model minority” myth, which can give policymakers misleading impressions. The book also stresses how Asian Americans have worked to take control of their image and political fortunes. Students learn how the Asian American Movement helped to promote a “panethnic” identity which could strengthen Asian American political influence. Asian American Politics is a lively and accessible introduction, ideal for students taking courses in race and politics. For more information and resources visit the accompanying series website: www.politybooks.com/minoritypol


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