What does Asian American pride look like?
A CTM farewell
“Asian Americans recorded the fastest population growth rate among all racial and ethnic groups in the United States, study finds.”
This statistic has topped every recent weekly CTM newsletter and for me, it’s always a reminder of the potential of our community and why we matter.
As we’ve grown, we’ve gotten louder — literally but also figuratively, taking over global cultural conversations and news headlines, many of which have been shared here.
So it’s bittersweet to tell you that this Crushing the Myth newsletter is coming to a halt.
After being part of the CTM for years, I have many feels but all I can say is thank you. Thank you for rallying around the AAPI community each and every week with me.
In my final go, it only felt appropriate to share the news highlights of this year that have made me feel especially proud to be Asian American.
Keep crushing myths — signing off with ❤️,
Lea Chen, proud Chinese American in NYC
What does Asian American pride look like?
Entertainment history with groundbreaking Asians in front and behind the scenes
Seeing our community rise up stronger and come together to combat injustice
Knowing AAPI representation is better for our next generation
Having a new favorite show and feeling seen in a way you’ve never felt before
And the list goes on…
Shohei Ohtani sets record with 3rd consecutive season of at least 100 hits, 100 strikeouts
Olivia Rodrigo Becomes Youngest Artist to Debut Three No. 1 Hits on Songs Chart
This mom of 2 started her own Asian American doll company after seeing a lack of diversity in toys
R'Bonney Gabriel, first Filipino American to win Miss USA, is crowned Miss Universe
Senate confirms first Asian American judge on 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals
Why so many U.S. schools are adding Sikhism to their curriculum
This year's Gerber Baby is a military kid from a first generation family
How 'Joy Ride' centers Asian women's desire in a refreshing way
✍️, Lea @ Crushing the Myth