Intro to Asian American Literature
Racism is the belief that one race is superior to another, leading to discrimination and prejudice based on a person's race or ethnicity. This harmful ideology manifests in social, political, and economic inequalities, deeply affecting the experiences and narratives of marginalized groups. In literature, particularly within Asian American short stories and novels, racism often serves as a central theme that illustrates the struggles faced by characters against systemic oppression and personal biases.
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