To Be an American - Cultural Pluralism and the Rhetoric of Assimilation

To Be an American considers immigration in the context of the global and national economy, examining such often-overlooked issues as the competition between immigrants and African Americans, inter-group tension, and ethnic separatism. Drawing on Hing's work as a lawyer deeply involved in the day-to-day life of his immigrant clients, the book is a unique blend of substantive analysis, policy, and personal experience.

About the author

Bill Ong Hing

Summary

Considers immigration in the context of the global and national economy, examining such often-overlooked issues as the competition between immigrants and African Americans, inter-group tension, and ethnic separatism.

Product details

• Authors: Bill Ong Hing
• Assisted by: Martin Golding (Editor)
• Publisher: New York University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2000
• EAN: 9780814736098
• ISBN: 978-0-8147-3609-8
• No. of pages: 256
• Dimensions: 149 mm x 228 mm x 16 mm
• Weight: 345 g
• Series: Critical America S; Critical America
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general)