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OPINION

Transcendence of Apple-Pear

In 2007, after graduating from UC San Diego, I headed to Yanbian, China. While the dynamic growth of China's booming economy and its associated...

Min Jin Lee, can we transcend the label of Korean American?

Last year, I had the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion with Min Jin Lee, a Korean-American author who has risen to be...

Biden’s Withdrawal and the Future of the U.S. Election

Biden's decision to withdraw from the presidential race is a historic event. It would be even more so if Kamala Harris defeats Trump and...

Please join us in fighting for justice for wrongful death of my son Yong Yang

Hi, my name is Min Yang, the father of Yong Yang. It's been 85 days since my 40-year-old son, Yong Yang, was shot and...

The Universal Identity of Korean New Zealanders

This spring, I traveled to six cities in New Zealand and Australia to host documentary screenings and lectures on the Korean diaspora. Most Koreans...

Putin’s visit to North Korea highlights Russia’s unfulfilled promises

Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has failed to fulfill his promise to unify the Korean Peninsula for 80 years, should prioritize honoring his international...

From World Cup babies to pandemic graduates

When reflecting on the year 2002, the first word that comes to mind is “World Cup.” In its inaugural tournament held in Asia, the...

Reimagining public safety: Alternatives to policing, also in crisis response

My name is Danny Park and I’m an organizer with JYYPC, Justice for Yong Yang People’s Committee. I run a community grocery store in...

Justice for Yong Yang: The urgent need for reform in mental health crisis response

On Sunday, June 2, I attended a Koreatown community rally seeking Justice for Yong Yang, who was tragically killed by the LAPD within 10...

Justice for Yong Yang requires your participation

The tragic death of Yong Yang in Los Angeles' Koreatown on May 2 has once again highlighted the urgent need for community members to...