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Understanding the Term "Oriental |
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The word "oriental" is a word that is often used to describe people from Asia.
However, it has a complicated history and can have negative connotations. In the
past, it was used to discriminate against people from Asia and to make them feel
like outsiders in the United States.
The term "oriental" used to be a neutral term, but over time it became a
negative term because of the way it was used to discriminate against Asian
people. It is similar to the history of the N-word, which used to be a neutral
term but became a negative term because of the way it was used to discriminate
against black people.
Asian people were not treated the same as other ethnic groups in the United
States. The Naturalization Act restricted their ability to become citizens,
which meant that they did not have the same rights as white immigrants. This
policy was changed after the Civil War, but it shows that Asian people had a
harder time than other ethnic groups.
It is important to understand the history of the term "oriental" and how it has
been used to discriminate against Asian people. We should use language that is
respectful and inclusive to all people, regardless of their race or ethnicity.
We should celebrate our differences and work to create a world where everyone is
treated with kindness and respect. |
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