Driven Out: The Fortgotten War Against the Chinese
JP: I think that we can learn from the courage of the Chinese people. They came together and sued Eureka for damages and for being the victim of mob violence. It’s important not to view them just as victims. Their lawsuit explodes so many myths of Chinese immigrants as docile and subservient. They were standing up for their civil rights, and they can be a model for all of us today.
You can meet Jean Pfaelzer on Thursday, June 14, from 4-6 p.m. at the Humboldt County Historical Society in Eureka; Friday, June 15, at 7 p.m. at Northtown Books in Arcata; Saturday, June 16, at 2 p.m. at the Humboldt County Library in Eureka; or Sunday, June 17, at Ferndale City Hall from 1-3 p.m. Driven Out is available wherever books are sold.
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