Opinion

Florida’s Ban on Chinese Landownership Is a Racist Throwback

SINOPHOBIA

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed several laws targeting Chinese citizens. It’s not the first time America has legislated racism against Asians.

Shan Wu
Shan Wu
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