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Mitchell Maki: Preserving the Courageous Legacy of the Japanese-American WWII Heroes

Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People

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Remembering the Internment: A Legacy of Courage and Perseverance

The chapter delves into the emotional challenges and trauma experienced by Japanese Americans who were incarcerated during World War II, emphasizing the power of storytelling and the community's journey towards receiving an apology and redress. It highlights the role of President Ronald Reagan in signing the bill for redress payments, influenced by the story of soldier Kazuo Masuda and his family's discrimination post-war. The chapter urges reflection on history to prevent its repetition and emphasizes the moral duty of standing up for others in the face of current events.

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