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10years ago
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Politicians, community leaders denounce Rep. Peter King’s use of derogatory term

During a discussion on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” Congressman Peter King used the word “Japs” when discussing Donald Trump’s stance on national security issues.

10years ago
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‘Ho Chi Chin’ signs target Maine mayoral candidate Ben Chin

The signs, lined with Communist symbols and a caricature of an Asian man, read, “Don’t vote for Ho Chi Chin. Vote for more jobs not more welfare.”

10years ago
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Activist, civil rights icon Grace Lee Boggs dies at 100

Activist Grace Lee Boggs “died as she lived, surrounded by books, politics, people and ideas,” her trustees said in a statement.

10years ago
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Hillary Clinton calls China’s president ‘shameless’ over UN meeting

Hillary Clinton had strong words on Twitter about China’s President Xi Jinping following a United Nations meeting on women’s rights.

10years ago
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DC’s newest panda cub receives name

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo revealed the name of its newest panda cub with the help of first lady Michelle Obama and Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan.

10years ago
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Bush facing backlash over comments on Asian immigrants

Less than one day after attempting to clarify his use of the term “anchor babies,” Jeb Bush could face additional backlash on the campaign trail.

11years ago
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Bollywood actress’ video intended to empower women faces backlash

A new video intended to empower women starring Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has gone viral, but is facing criticism online for being hypocritical.

11years ago
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DOJ to track hate crimes against Sikh, Hindu, Arab-Americans

The Department of Justice has updated its hate crimes training manual to effectively track hate crimes against Sikh, Hindu, and Arab communities.

11years ago
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Biracial Miss Universe Japan faces backlash

Ariana Miyamoto, who was born to a Japanese mother and an African American father, is a Japanese citizen, but she is facing criticism for being half-Japanese.

11years ago
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J.K. Rowling defends ‘Harry Potter’ character’s sexuality

A fan on Tuesday tweeted Rowling to ask why Rowling in 2007 said that Dumbledore “is a gay because I can’t see him in that way.”