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It’s now listed as half. Is that too low? If it weren’t for Hawaii who must count for such study, the number would be even higher. From ABC: “According to a UCLA study, 54 percent of Asian-American students report being the victims of bullies. That’s compared to 31.3 percent of whites, 38.4 percent of blacks and 34.3 percent of Hispanic students.” The disparity doesn’t seem large but why do Asian Americans lead and who is doing the bullying? Does it come from all angles? Does it include other Asian Americans? (ABC – Bullies)
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Lin Shuhao trademarked in China in 2010 which means legit Jeremy Lin products will probably emerge. It seems like challenging these in China is a tough business. Perhaps he can just make his own bootlegs and beat the real thing. (WSJ – Lin TM)
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In reference to Jeremy Lin’s size etc, an anchor asks, “What about his Eyes?” Again transpose this to another person of color, “What about his nose? What about his lips? What about his… ” and what would happen? WNYW, that’s messed up too. (Deadspin – Lin Eyes)
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Asian league basketball through the ages hasn’t produced too many stars on the court. I even played a season in Japanese American league basketball, only to realize that I sucked. In my first season, I scored 1 basket and it happened in the last game. I often wondered why did we have a segregated league, and what happened to the very best players. In the past, most of the best players went to high school and never tried out for the high school team. Instead they were content starring in a league of players – some of who were like me. Now it’s changing, players are taking that step and kicking ass on their own high school teams. It’s happening more with the females who are playing in college and the rare ones making it to the WNBA. It’s pretty obvious why an article like this is pertinent today. (Colorlines – bball)
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The Reuters story brings up some questions. As Japan leaves nuclear power, yes today there is supposedly only 2 of the 54 reactors are still in operation in all of Japan. Here’s the bigger problem, where does the power come from? Fossil fuel imports are now at a high in Japan… and what does that lead to, at least in the US? Invasions and war? Kan became a supporter of finding alternate energy sources in exchange for safety which is great, but then where will it come from? Solar seems like it won’t be enough…
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