The Effects of Seeing Asian Americans as a Model Minority

Room for Debate, The New York Times

Asian-Americans are often categorized as a single group, comprising about 5.4 percent of the U.S. population. But despite economic disparities between nationalities, it is the highest paid racial group, and its members are more likely to be seen as advantaged, than disadvantaged.

But is it fair to stereotype Asian-Americans as a “model minority,” free of the burdens of discrimination? Or do they also face obstacles as other nonwhite groups do?

Read the discussion here.

Relevant article within Room for Debate:

• “Model Minority” Seems Like a Compliment, but It Does Great Harm

Related content:

• Why Being the Model Minority Hurts Asian Americans (Duane Morris LLP)
• The model minority is losing patience (The Economist)