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Collected Item: “Illistration by Pauline C. Cuevas”

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Illistration by Pauline C. Cuevas

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Instagram

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#Repost from @pauline.c.cuevas
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During the pandemic, hate crimes against the AAPI community have significantly increased. Our people had been unjustly blamed by previous leadership for the virus, and little hateful comments here and there have now grown into full blown terrorist actions. THIS is why words matter. THIS is why leadership matters. I urge you to speak up, stand up and be an ally to the Asian community-- especially for our elders. We are hurting, angry and scared, but the future can be a brighter one if we stick together.

I'm so grateful for the opportunity to make this piece for @calendow. I've noticed my own fear and uncertainty during these times. I worry for my kids and my family, but being able to use my art to shine a light during these dark times gives me courage. We can do this together.

#ProtectOurElders #StopAAPIHate #AAPI #AsianAmerican #PeoplePower #Solidarity #RiseUp #womenshistorymonth #filipinaartist #sandiegoartist

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elder, AAPI, Asian, Asian American, solidarity, violence, hate crime, pandemic, scapegoat, hate, terror, ally, Asian community, community, fear, art, courage, Social Justice, ASU, HST580

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https://www.instagram.com/p/CMj8Mj7lTcu/

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Pauline C. Cuevas and Red House Project

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2021-03-18
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