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I would like you to discuss what you believe to be an important issue(s) that could be explored within the vehicle of good storytelling (Theatre, TV, Film) and why you believe it to be an important issue to be raised and wrestled with for the greater American body politic.

You can certainly address an issue(s) that is a current or ongoing issue for the Asian American public. If you are in the class and are Asian American, I would love you to discuss any personal (as long as you are comfortable) insight you may have.

I think Asians don't get a lot of representation in film and theater. Many characters in today's theater and film include other a lot of other American minorities. Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee are some of the only actors that come

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