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The video above is encouraging Taiwanese Americans to check the “other” box on the U.S. Census and to write in “Taiwanese.”  In other words, don’t check the “Chinese” box, but rather write in “Taiwanese.”

I’ve found that the best way to make yourself unpopular is to discuss Chinese and Taiwanese politics. Don’t do it. Don’t ever ever do it. Sure, rail against rice chasers who poison our communities. Rail against the angry Asian men who oppress Asian women and supposedly bind their feet. But do not…DO NOT discuss Chinese and Taiwanese politics. When you’re in a room full of Chinese and Taiwanese people, the two worst moves you can make is: