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How “Squid Game” reflects the dangers of capitalism in South Korea

The critically-acclaimed Netflix release Squid Game tells the story of a kind yet foolish man named Seong Gi-Hun who struggles with debt. He must play Korean children’s games with 456 people who all share his same financial situation. The prize money for this game is 45.6 billion won, which is enough for the winner to …

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Is Affirmative Action Unfair to Asian Americans?

Many have heard of the endless debates of whether affirmative action is ethical or not, but what does this term actually mean, and how does it apply to Asian Americans? Affirmative action is defined as “any measure, beyond simple termination of a discriminatory practice, adopted to correct or compensate for past or present discrimination or …

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Is America inherently racist? Critical race theory is asking the hard questions

The reemergence of critical race theory (CRT) has been making headlines in the news…but what exactly is it? On a surface level, CRT represents the idea that racism is deeply rooted in the law, its policies, and by proxy, various social institutions. The concept has resurfaced recently amongst schools throughout the United States, both indicative …

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The Non-Angelic History of Angel Island

As San Francisco Bay’s largest island, Angel Island is a sunny tourist destination home to various beaches, hiking trails, and recreational parks. At first glance, it seems like a pleasant place for vacation. However, despite its charming appearance, the island holds a dark history that contrasts its misleadingly glorious title. Before it was an immigration …

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