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One Elite High School’s Struggle Over Admissions

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Navigating Identity and Politics: A Chinese American Student's Journey

This chapter follows Ben Chen, a Lowell student, as he reflects on his family's journey from China and their experiences with language barriers and cultural challenges in San Francisco's Potrero Hill. It explores the emotional struggles of Asian immigrant students amid academic pressures, societal perceptions, and the evolving political engagement within the Chinese community. Through personal narratives, it highlights the tensions surrounding diversity and education, ultimately emphasizing the growing political awareness among immigrant families.

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