Expressing Regret for 19th Century Seattle Anti-Chinese Legislation
July 31st, 2015On Wednesday, the Finance and Culture Committee discussed a shameful period in Seattle’s history: Seattle’s treatment of Chinese in the late 19th century. This included discriminatory legislation passed by the Seattle City Council, an anti-Chinese riot, and the expulsion of Chinese residents. To address this history, a resolution was brought forward by the Organization of […]
[More]Posted: July 31st, 2015 under Civil Rights, Race & Social Justice.
Tags: Anti-Chinese Legislation, Bettie Luke, Doug Chin, Frank Irigon, Organization of Chinese Americans-Asian Pacific American, Seattle History
Tags: Anti-Chinese Legislation, Bettie Luke, Doug Chin, Frank Irigon, Organization of Chinese Americans-Asian Pacific American, Seattle History