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Channel 4 Report on Kim Huyn’s Case Against Police Harassment and Violence
Video opens with an advertisement. Report by Gabe Pressman of Channel 4 News, as part of a series on police brutality. Kim Huyn, Chinese-American 17 year old, boarded the bus in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn to commute to her high school, when the bus driver…
Guo Quing Zhong shows his injuries to the press
Guo Quing Zhong sits beside his family while showing the injuries he received from police officers to the press.
On January 31, 1990, Guo Quing (Peter) Zhong was stopped by police officers from the 90th Precinct after allegedly driving through a…
On January 31, 1990, Guo Quing (Peter) Zhong was stopped by police officers from the 90th Precinct after allegedly driving through a…
Press conference following the dismissal of charges against Guo Quing Zhong
Guo Quing Zhong (fourth from the left) stands with his attorney, Eric Poulos (to Zhong's right), family, supporters, and CAAAV members at a press conference celebrating the dismissal of criminal charges against him.
On January 31, 1990, Guo Quing…
On January 31, 1990, Guo Quing…
“Last Year Asians Were Beaten Up Because of the Shape of their Eyes”: Public Service Announcement in Times Square
On June 26, 1993, a public service announcement of a young Asian girl reciting the pledge of allegiance as words flash on the screen was displayed on a Sony Board in Times Square. Photo 107 captures the words “Last Year Asians Were Beaten Up Because…
CAAAV Protests Film Debut of Rising Sun in Times Square
On July 30, 1993, the highly controversial film, Rising Sun, debuted in theaters. CAAAV members and other political organizations joined together to protest the premiere of the film, as it blatantly displays xenophobia and racism toward the Asian…
Rising Sun Protest in Times Square
A group of protestors holding signs march at a demonstration in Times Square against the 1993 film Rising Sun for its anti-immigrant, xenophobic, and racist sentiments.
A person in the forefront holds a sign that reads “Blacks vs. Japs, Divide…
A person in the forefront holds a sign that reads “Blacks vs. Japs, Divide…
Young Demonstrators Lead Chants At Rising Sun Protest
In photos 071 and 072, three young protestors stand in front of a microphone. One, identified as Ava Chin, has a sign around her neck with the only visible word being “Stop” while another is turned to the side looking out potentially speaking into…
"Drop All Charges": Demonstration for Saleem Osman
A protestor is pictured next to a police barricade holding a sign at chest level that reads “DROP ALL CHARGES! FREE SALEEM.” In the background of the photograph, there is a police officer looking away from the camera. The demonstration took place on…
Yuri Kochiyama Protesting Film Debut of Rising Sun in Times Square
The late Yuri Kochiyama, a political activist who dedicated her life to social justice and human rights movements, is pictured protesting the film debut of Rising Sun on July 30, 1993. The protest took place in front of the Criterion Theater in Times…
Young Demonstrator Protests Film Debut of Rising Sun
A young protestor is pictured holding a printout of the movie poster for Rising Sun in the right hand while the left hand is making a thumbs down. There are more demonstrators behind the young person, some holding signs, and a cameraman can be seen…