Civil Rights and Asian Americans

Authors

Gerson David, University of Houston
Jan Lin, Amherst College

Abstract

Asian American community composed of no less than 20 different ethnic groups is one of the most diverse and complex minority groups in the nation. This article examines the civil rights perspective on Asian Americans through a historical account of major Asian immigrant groups who have experienced and are confronting institutionalized discrimination and violence; and analyzes contemporary civil rights issues affecting Asian Americans in the areas of public and higher education, the work place, and voting rights.

Recommended Citation

David, Gerson and Lin, Jan (1997) "Civil Rights and Asian Americans," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 24: Iss. 1, Article 2.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.2394
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol24/iss1/2