Asian Americans, Racism, and Capitalism / Jonathan Tran

Asian Americans, Racism, and Capitalism / Jonathan Tran

Author: Matthew Croasmun, Ryan McAnnally-Linz, Drew Collins, Miroslav Volf, Evan Rosa, Macie Bridge February 7, 2024 Duration: 1:03:58
Jonathan Tran (Baylor University) joins Matt Croasmun to discuss his book, Asian Americans & the Spirit of Racial Capitalism.

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