Floyd Cheung - The Literature of Japanese American Incarceration

The video discusses the editor's work on diversifying the American literary canon by focusing on forgotten Asian American writers. It highlights the anthology on Japanese American incarceration during WWII, detailing the unjust internment and varied responses. The anthology is structured chronologically, covering pre-camp life, internment experiences, and post-camp reflections. It includes diverse literary voices and documents like the Loyalty Questionnaire, illustrating the complexity of reactions and the ongoing impact of race-based injustice.

What were some of the consequences faced by those who resisted the draft during the incarceration?

In what ways did the experiences of Japanese Americans during World War II reflect broader themes of race and injustice?

What insights do the narratives in the anthology provide about the diversity of reactions among Japanese Americans?

How does the final section of the book connect past injustices to present-day issues?