Race and the city : Chinese Canadian and Chinese American political mobilization /

"In Race and the City, Shanti Fernando presents an analysis of the mechanisms of political mobilization under systemic racism that draws on case studies, interviews, and a detailed understanding of the racialized legal and sociocultural histories of both the United States and Canada. She argues...

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Main Author: Fernando, Shanti Irene, 1965-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Vancouver : UBC Press, 2006.
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Summary:"In Race and the City, Shanti Fernando presents an analysis of the mechanisms of political mobilization under systemic racism that draws on case studies, interviews, and a detailed understanding of the racialized legal and sociocultural histories of both the United States and Canada. She argues that while increasing diversity may be a challenge for systemic inclusiveness, it is one that must be met if Canada is to uphold its vision of a truly democratic society."--Jacket.
Physical Description:xvi, 173 pages ; 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0774813458
9780774813457