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National Museum of American History | Viral Histories | What drives us to build community strength and resiliency during an emergency? @SmithsonianAmHistory | Uploaded May 2020 | Updated October 2024, 19 hours ago.
Asian American communities are experiencing a rise in racism and xenophobia. We're talking to community leaders on the front lines about what they're facing today, its historic roots, and more. This video features a conversation with Max Leung, founder of SF Peace Collective. Moderated by curator, Theo Gonzalves and student, Lintaro Donovan.

This conversation is part of our Viral Histories series. Viral Histories features conversations with community leaders combating racism while serving on the front lines. For more information on the series, check out our website: https://americanhistory.si.edu/events/viral-histories-stories-racism-resilience-and-resistance-asian-american-communities

During this pandemic, Asian Americans have been experiencing increased racism and hate crimes. While these incidents of increased prejudice and violence occur today, they reflect a long history of how power, prejudice, and public health have intersected throughout American history.

Explore resources relating to this video here: https://learninglab.si.edu/collections/viral-histories-community-organizing-in-americas-chinatowns/ng8xNRzWAEaKWm9M

Watch the live Q&A with Theo Gonzalves and Ruby Ibarra. This conversation was held on May 18, 2020: youtu.be/yMiJDFFCxcE?t=887

Music: 7,000 Miles by Ruby Ibarra
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