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A Historical Epic of the Chinese in America

The New Yorker Radio Hour

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Echoes of History: Immigration and Advocacy in the 19th Century

This chapter explores the rise of anti-Chinese attitudes in mid-1870s San Francisco, driven by the Working Men's Party. It also highlights Frederick Douglass's advocacy for Chinese immigrants and compares historical immigration debates to current discussions on the subject.

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