Why America Needs Marvel Superhero Kamala Khan Now More Than Ever
During the first months of the Trump administration, we’ve seen increased pressure on Muslim and immigrant communities in the United States. In the face of … Read more
The Other One Percent And The Indian American Race Problem
Every history I have read of Indians in America seems to cite certain moments or figures which have become almost canonical (if not mythic) in … Read more
With “Macaca” Music Video, Basmati Brothers Connect With A Milestone Political Moment
A new music video called “Macaca” connects viewers to a milestone moment in South Asian American political history. The video is for a track on the … Read more
The Pretense of Jeffersonian Politics
Trump’s ties to Russia and his attacks on the press and democracy have riveted us, as well they should. But drawn, as we are, into … Read more
Why I Will No Longer Do Research Sponsored By The Department Of Homeland Security
Shortly after the inauguration, the new administration announced a blanket ban on refugees and any entry into the U.S. from seven proscribed countries. The announcement … Read more
An Open Letter To Steve Bannon From A Hyphenated American
Dear Steve Bannon, I might be wasting my time writing to you. You know that old internet saying, Don’t Feed the Trolls? Well for the past … Read more
Will Supreme Court Nominee Neil Gorsuch Stand Up For People Like Me?
I get much of my news from the New York Times. Last week, the paper published an editorial titled, “Liberals Should Back Him,” by Neal … Read more
Against The Refugee Ban
On January 27, 2017, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that will freeze the entire U.S. refugee program for several months, while ending the Syrian … Read more
Amita Swadhin Delivered Powerful, Poised Testimony Against Sen. Sessions
On behalf of rape and sexual assault survivors, activist Amita Swadhin from Los Angeles, California, testified earlier this month against the confirmation of Sen. Jeff Sessions … Read more
Priyanka Chopra Gracefully Makes Her Position Clear On The New POTUS
I know there are desis who love Queen Priyanka and think of her as life goals (hi, it’s me Rohin and I am one such … Read more
