As Coronavirus Spreads, Racism And Xenophobia Are Too
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Racism and Health: The Chinese Immigrant Experience
This chapter examines the deep-rooted racism and xenophobia faced by Chinese immigrants in the U.S. during the mid-1800s, particularly during the California gold rush. It highlights the discriminatory treatment surrounding health crises, such as the 1900 quarantine of Chinatown in San Francisco, and features a personal narrative that connects historical prejudice to contemporary issues.
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