ethnic disparity

21st century enlightenment

Filipino Americans and the psychology of a middle child

When I am older, I will be stronger, They’ll call me Freedom, just like a wavin’ flag. (To hear the song, click Wavin\’ Flag ) These lyrics by the artist K’Naan are worth thinking deeply about, and for Filipino Americans, worth considering a life lesson. Freedom is a relative pursuit: we are never completely free; we are … Continue reading »

Eliminating ethnic disparity: A case for openness

Since John’s passing, I’ve been thinking about a lot of stuff, including where his friends have spent their lives since separating after college. His friends have spanned the great diversity of career options; but a common thread remains social justice work. Naturally, I’ve stepped back to evaluate how I am spending my life, and how … Continue reading »