Debunking the Model Minority Myth
Many people don’t realize, however, that stereotyping Asians as smart and hardworking can also put pressure on Asian students to live up to the unfair standards of academic excellence others expect of them. Lucy Liu In the 1940s, two Black … Continue reading Debunking the Model Minority Myth
Myths in America
My uncle James was a decorated veteran in the Air Force and he was my father’s oldest brother. James and Eugene (my father) were very close and my father trusted James dearly. Every summer, I was put on an airplane … Continue reading Myths in America
Perfect Secrets
She was petite, smart, reserved, and fit the obnoxiously bigoted stereotype of a “China doll.” She was hardworking and compliant, and her grades in school were outstanding. Oh, and yes, she was also great at math. But everyone already knew … Continue reading Perfect Secrets
“The Model Minority Myth – or the Salt/Sugar Juxtaposition”
Years ago, I was seated at a gate within the International Concourse at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. I was minding my own business, finishing my lunch, when a middle-aged White gentleman and his wife sat next to me. … Continue reading “The Model Minority Myth – or the Salt/Sugar Juxtaposition”
Worshipping Our Creation More Than Our Creator
Faith leaders of Europe and the “New World” embraced the novice research community’s findings even though it was contrary to the Bible. Continue reading Worshipping Our Creation More Than Our Creator
Holiday Greetings From Three-Fifths Magazine.
It has been quite a journey and we now have arrived at our third Christmas. God has opened many doors for Three-Fifths Magazine in a very short time. It is through our Christian belief that we value and respect every … Continue reading Holiday Greetings From Three-Fifths Magazine.
A Merry Christmas Extra
Three-Fifths Magazine Contributor Carl McRoy offers a two-part Christmas Extra. Let’s take some time to learn a little history and musicology and mix in some humor this Christmas with Three-Fifths Magazine. Thank you, Carl. Continue reading A Merry Christmas Extra
Dreaming of a Black Christmas, part 1: Chuck Berry & Rudolph’s Run
Add some color to your carols and learn about the stories behind the songs. Continue reading Dreaming of a Black Christmas, part 1: Chuck Berry & Rudolph’s Run
Dreaming of a Black Christmas, part 2: Ghetto Claus
Add some color to your carols and learn a little about the stories behind the songs. Continue reading Dreaming of a Black Christmas, part 2: Ghetto Claus
