A Hidden Normal: Anti-Asian Discrimination

By Quincy Williams Anti-Asian discrimination is not a new issue or an isolated historical event, but rather a part of the American narrative. Stereotypes, whether negative or “positive,” like those depicting Asian Americans as a “model minority,” perpetuate fear or contempt toward the Asian American community. The timeline above, from the 1850s to the present […]

Transphobia and Fatal Hate Crimes

By Izzy Rutkey Since Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th president of the United States on January 20, 2017, there has been a spike in hate crimes against marginalized peoples, including people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and immigrants. In particular, transgender folks living in the US have experienced increased transphobic violence and fatal hate […]