Italian American

oppression the African American people have gone through, and seem to still be going through today in the age of freedom and equality. The film then moves on to a young lady dancing to the song “fight the power”, which was a way to tell the African American communities to take a stand. The opening of the film also elutes to the system of unequal power and privilege. Chapter 8 of text has this quote, “In a democracy, the majority of citizens is capable of exercising the…

the viewer explodes with emotion. The film consists of forty shots that last for approximately two minutes to create a climactic scene that describe racial struggles. A group of scenes have closed up shots in a Famous Pizzeria whereby African American teenagers are shot staring at the last size of pizza with anticipation. The…

way. For example, take the word “eggplant.” The word originally was used by Italians and other Europeans but since then has spread. By itself, “eggplant” is not offense; however, the term can become disrespectful depending on the situation. The usage of this word as a slur refers to one of two situations: an elderly, bald black man, or a shaved, polished black man. The usage originated from the claim that African Americans can be so dark they are almost purple, reminding those who used the term…

exclusion. She mentions that at the 20th century Jewish and Italian immigrants were discriminated and they were seen as racially inferior to other Americans. Muslims is going through the same case as the immigrants because their religion is different from mainstream religion. According to Jen'nan Ghazal, even though U.S. is considered more religious than its economically developed western allies as the research shows that 93% Americans believe in God or some other higher spiritual being (Pg,93).…

because they think they are better than the others. In the play “ A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry, you can see how race becomes a huge impact because during the slavery movement till 1960’s there was a conflict between the African Americans and white americans due to their skin color. Still, racism can be seen in today’s society, but not as prevalent as it was from back then, but it should not continue because we are supposed to get along with each other not hate one another. The…

time now, so it’s no real surprise that this is the country that many immigrants flocked to in search of better economic opportunities. However, that wasn’t exactly everyone’s main objective. By 1910 there were over 500,000 Italian immigrants and first-generation Italian Americans in New York City alone. Most were law-abiding citizens but there were quite a few bad apples who had escaped from the wrath of Benito Mussolini. To Mussolini, the Mafia was a huge threat and needed to be dealt with…

The Tuskegee Airmen’s countless successes and achievements throughout the second world war in places such as Europe and parts of Italy contradicted the way they were treated socially in the United States, which ultimately inspired future African American military to carry on their tradition. When they were first deployed, the Tuskegee Airmen did not wait long to get started on a path to success. The first group to fly overseas was the 99th fighter squadron (part of the 332nd Fighter Group),…

Syncretism generally refers to the process of reconciling or melding of differing views or beliefs or uses. This can happen deliberately, or by a characteristic, oblivious procedure. Pretty much discrete societies that come into contact with each other, either through topographical vicinity, relocation, triumph, exchange and investigation, or in different ways, will begin to syncretize parts of every society. A blend is a similitude for a general public where a wide range of sorts of individuals…

KEY CHANGES FOR ASIAN AMERICANS & AMERICAN WOMEN Historical events since the beginning of time profoundly impacts the lives of many. Many major events occurred between 1918-1965. Some with positive effects, and many with negative effects. Asian Americans & American women were impacted in many aspects by the events going on. Both groups of individuals faced many unique issues that resulted in changes. The Great Depression had a profound effect on many Asian Americans. They many different had…

In Malcolm X’s book, Malcolm X on Afro-American History, Malcolm X states that, “...you’re never going to get rid of it until you get rid of the cause, and man, you know who the cause is”(51). After Malcolm X claimed this, a huge applause followed, of hundreds of people who felt the same way. Malcolm X was a civil rights advocate, who fought for the end of racial segregation and to improve the lives of fellow African Americans. In his book, it highlights several speeches he gave during his life…