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US Chinatowns: More Than Preservation in the Pacific Century

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This opinion piece reflects on the current state and future of Chinatowns in the United States, particularly in Oakland. The author observes the daily life and vibrancy within Chinatown, noting it is not merely a historical relic but a living community. However, the piece also raises questions about the underlying struggles residents face, such as rent, loneliness, and displacement, and considers what role these communities should play in the evolving economic landscape of the Pacific century. AI

RANK_REASON This is an opinion piece discussing the socio-economic future of Chinatowns, not a factual report on a specific event or release.

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US Chinatowns: More Than Preservation in the Pacific Century

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Elias Girma ·

    In the Pacific century, Chinatowns in the US deserve more than preservation

    I was sitting in my car in Oakland’s Chinatown with Desta, my dog, while my wife visited her Chinese-American doctor. Across the street stood the Shoong Family Chinese Cultural Centre. On the pavements, older shoppers carrying bags of greens paused to greet acquaintances. People …

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