question 1 Japanese Americans served in World War II while their family members were held in relocation centers. As discussed, African Americans served in World War II but rode in the back of buses and drank from separate colored-only water fountains while German prisoners of war drank from Whites-only fountains. Hispanics returning from war faced considerable hostility and violence. What ironies exist for people of color in the U.S. military in the present?
question 2 Discuss the potential negative individual and organizational consequences for Asian Americans being perceived as a model minority.
question 3 Homer Plessy of the separate but equal case was seven-eighths White and could have passed for White, based on his appearance. What role does the invisibility of someone's race or ethnicity play in their treatment, experiences, and identity?
question 4 Search the EEOC website for recent discrimination charges and settlements involving American Indians and Alaska Natives. Briefly describe the details of the cases (e.g., who was involved, what happened, and what was the outcome)? Do you agree with the outcome? Why, or why not? Support your answer.