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February 9 - 15, 2001
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Emil Amok: The Misplaced FilipinoThis year’s winner of the Andrew Cunanan Memorial “Yes, I am” Award is Al DeGuzman, whom we shall describe here without hesitation as an “Asian American male of Filipino descent.” Why did every one else have a problem with that? Cunanan, you will recall, is the internationally famous serial killer, who targeted fashion designer Gianni Versace. His total command of the headlines in 1997 even surpassed the media hogging, teary-eyed Imelda Marcos after her husband, Ferdinand Marcos’ death. Cunanan’s special distinction is that he was Filipino American and no one, at least at the start, thought that was important enough to mention. Was it so obvious? The FBI in its wanted poster described Cunanan as “White.” A Filipino is loose and the FBI is looking for a white man? |
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Also In Opinion
Listening to the rhythmic drops of unceasing summer rain, while lying on a bed with no mattress, only a cool, smooth bamboo mat. Eating a creamy, refreshing sticky rice popsicle purchased from a pushcart parked off the side of an obscure alleyway in the scenic town of Sun Moon Lake. Getting used to air-conditioned taxis with transparent plastic seat covers, but wishing I were on a moped instead. Anticipating after-dinner activities, such as going to a lively night market where bootleg CDs and generic Prada bags are plentiful. Letters to the Editor:
Floss Talk: YiYi Doesn’t Capture My Taiwan
Lead Editorial:
This week, we find strength in community.
The President Is Listening to Emil; Daring to Criticize Bilingual Education; Honda on House Budget Committee.
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