Frank Abe
Journalist, historian, activist and filmmaker whose family was affected by World War II incarceration; co-editor of anthologies on the topic and author of a graphic novel about resistance.
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Dec 30, 2025 • 1h 27min
Live community event: Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order
In a compelling discussion, Dr. Satsuki Ina, a psychotherapist and filmmaker born in a WWII internment camp, shares insights on intergenerational trauma and healing. Journalist Frank Abe highlights the political manipulation behind wartime incarceration, while former attorney Lori Benin discusses the ongoing legal repercussions of Korematsu's case. Congressman Mark Takano speaks about legislative efforts to prevent racial profiling, and community leaders like Mayor Victor Gordo emphasize local support for immigrant rights and rapid response initiatives.
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Dec 30, 2025 • 1h 27min
Live community event: Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order
In a compelling live discussion, Satsuki Ina, a psychotherapist and activist born in a prison camp, Frank Abe, a journalist and filmmaker, and Lori Benink, legal expert and author, dive into the painful history of Japanese American incarceration during WWII. They explore striking parallels with current migrant detention practices, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and community resistance. Their insights on legal discrimination, the need for accountability, and teaching accurate history highlight the enduring impact of past injustices on today’s activism.
