Are Filipinos really considered in US as Pacific Islanders and not Asians?
Don’t be fooled at once by the title of the entry. The story behind that statement excludes us. Last year, a friend left the Philippines and went to the United States. In his German class, the students were international. The professor asked who the Asians were and one by one the Asian students introduced themselves. And so it went, the Chinese, the Koreans, the Vietnamese, the Singaporeans etc. all raised their hands. Finally the professor calls this Filipino and asks, Professor: Where are you from? Filipino: Philippines Professor: Oh, Filipinos are not Asians! They are Pacific Islanders! Because ASIANS ARE SMART… In the United States, it is already being taught in schools that Filipinos are not Asians—that we are Pacific Islanders. While there is a lot of reaction against it, I am surprised that many intelligent Filipinos abroad have accepted this without question. Pacific Islands are places like Samoa, Hawaii, Tahiti, Guam, Cook Islands, Mariana Islands—and their common denominator? Most of them do not possess their own national and political identities—they are islands under the jurisdiction and protection of more powerful countries like USA, France and New Zealand. Most of these Pacific Islands are still referred to as “indigenous natives.†They have very, very small populations and they have no global role or power. While they have their own unique culture and characteristics, they do not hail from any great civilization in the past. Hindi sila lumaban at tumayo para sa sarili nilang lahi. What is even sad, however, is that even Pacific Islanders do not like and do not accept Filipinos! One good example are Hawaiian tourists we met in China. When they learned that we were Filipinos, they disgustingly uttered , “You eat Balot!†and avoided us like a plague. The statement of this American guy, filled with racism obviously merits strong disapproval. In fact, our friend was so angry after having been humiliated in front of the class. The logical thing to say, is that the Philippines IS part of the ASEAN group of nations. We can also say that Japan is an island in the Pacific Ocean but is not considered a Pacific Island. But we should ask—why would no one dare to call the Japanese people Pacific Islanders? Why pick on the Philippines? Simple. Because Japan has produced cars and we have produced dried mangoes and pastillas. The Philippines has been so left behind by Asian countries that foreigners shake their heads and ask, “What happened to your country?†Let us not even compare the Philippines with the four Tiger economies, ‘cuz they’re just way way way too far ahead. What about Vietnam and Thailand? I read that for every one Filipino who has a Master’s Degree, Vietnam has 6, Thailand has 25 and Singapore has 200. But why bother to be educated when the national dream is to go abroad? We are scattered from Hongkong to Kazakhstan, from Italy to even North Korea. Thousands of our doctors are becoming nurses. Our teachers become caregivers. Our women become entertainers and prostitutes. Our young people only know one course and that is nursing. Why would foreigners respect us when we do not even respect ourselves? We are the country of Gucci Gangs—our elite own Picassos and they simply have no heart to alleviate and educate the masses, as F. Sionil Jose and Brian Gorrell—the pitiful Australian guy who was robbed by DJ Montano—sadly pointed out. I am reminded of Condoleezza Rice, the first black woman to become the United States Secretary of State. She was born in Alabama and suffered discrimination on account of her color. But she was taught from a young age by her father, that she had to be “twice as goodâ€and prove that she was deserving of advancement. Condoleezza Rice explains, “I was going to be so well prepared, and I was going to do all of these things that were revered in white society SO WELL, that I would be armored somehow from racism. I would be able to confront white society on its own terms.†(Washington Post, Lessons of Might and Right, How Segregation and an Indomitable Family Shaped National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice, By Dale Russakoff, September 9, 2001) The only way to answer people, who insist that we are uncivilized tribes is not by shooting off our mouths. The only answer is to beat them by studying and working ten times harder than the rest—to beat them not just once or twice, but to do so consistently for the next 20,30, 40, 50 years. Unless we Filipinos are prepared to love our country, and sacrifice ourselves by doing the extra-mile, we really deserve to be called stupid. ~ Lipad-Lawin Source: http://www.thebrownraise.org
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Most Filipinos I met are very nice peope (but not necessarily sharp/intelligent like the East Asians). Vietnamese in my opinion isn't that smart either. Koreans can be pretty dumb too. Once again, he can be classified as both I guess.
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You want me to read all of that? Oh no- dear. I haven't got the time...
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if the professor was asian, he wasnt a very smart asian
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too much generalizations/ stereotypes>>>>>>>>>>> >>>Simple. Because Japan has produced cars and we have produced dried mangoes and pastillas. The Philippines has been so left behind by Asian countries that foreigners shake their heads and ask, “What happened to your country?†Let us not even compare the Philippines with the four Tiger economies, ‘cuz they’re just way way way too far ahead. What about Vietnam and Thailand? I read that for every one Filipino who has a Master’s Degree, Vietnam has 6, Thailand has 25 and Singapore has 200. But why bother to be educated when the national dream is to go abroad? We are scattered from Hongkong to Kazakhstan, from Italy to even North Korea. Thousands of our doctors are becoming nurses. Our teachers become caregivers. Our women become entertainers and prostitutes. Our young people only know one course and that is nursing. Why would foreigners respect us when we do not even respect ourselves? We are the country of Gucci Gangs—our elite own Picassos and they simply have no heart to alleviate and educate the masses, as F. Sionil Jose and Brian Gorrell—the pitiful Australian guy who was robbed by DJ Montano—sadly pointed out.
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who cars really? people in this world are always trying to put a label on something
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What does it matter? The Philippines is in Asia, therefore if you're Filipino you are Asian. It's pretty simple. Being smart or not has nothing to do with anything.
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forgot to mention that Filipinos average the 2nd highest household income out of all asian groups in USA... 1st is Indians.
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OK, first of all, expecting Americans to know the least little thing about geography is expecting way too much of them. I'm married to an African, from Ghana. I have encountered hundreds of people who think that Africa is a country, not a continent; several who've asked me if I went on a "safari" when I went to Africa, and whether or not my husband and kids speak "African" (there are 45 major languages in Ghana alone, not even looking at the other 55 countries on the continent). Anyway, the point is, most Americans are going to have a blank "What are you talking about" look when you try to discuss the Philippines. My doctor is from the Philippines. And I've had previous doctors from there. They are good doctors, esp. the one I have now. MY confusion about the Philippines has to do with a sort-of-Asian look to the people, but Spanish sounding names. And Tagalog doesn't seem to be a language like Chinese and Japanese, since it's written with Latin (Roman) characters. So from that perspective, I can see it being considered as a "Pacific Island" country as opposed to being a part of Asia.
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Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Does height affect employment opportunities
Does height affect employment opportunities?
I'm a 5'5 (barefoot) tall male. I've recently graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing and about to obtain a degree in Chemical engineering from UC Berkeley. Many of my friends from China stated that height plays a dramatic role in whether they will most likely be employed in the political field, law, or any business type work. They also said height affects the "dating scene" as well. I know this might sound as nonsense and illogical; however, I believe with China's GDP dramatically increasing, I might work for them in the late future with most of the jobs in the United States being offshored. Of course, I completely understand that life is unfair and I had no control of my own genes that encodes the phenotype for height.
Engineering - 2 Answers
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It matters both in China and US. However, in China they're more obvious about it. They'll specifically specifiy height in job postings sometimes. In the US, you'd just get cut at the interview. So yes it does matter. You can make up for it with talent though.
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Yes it does and if you are concerned then wear elevator shoes. See http://www.walktallshoes.com/ Also don't slouch, i.e. stomach in, chest out to stand tall.
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I'm a 5'5 (barefoot) tall male. I've recently graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing and about to obtain a degree in Chemical engineering from UC Berkeley. Many of my friends from China stated that height plays a dramatic role in whether they will most likely be employed in the political field, law, or any business type work. They also said height affects the "dating scene" as well. I know this might sound as nonsense and illogical; however, I believe with China's GDP dramatically increasing, I might work for them in the late future with most of the jobs in the United States being offshored. Of course, I completely understand that life is unfair and I had no control of my own genes that encodes the phenotype for height.
Engineering - 2 Answers
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It matters both in China and US. However, in China they're more obvious about it. They'll specifically specifiy height in job postings sometimes. In the US, you'd just get cut at the interview. So yes it does matter. You can make up for it with talent though.
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Yes it does and if you are concerned then wear elevator shoes. See http://www.walktallshoes.com/ Also don't slouch, i.e. stomach in, chest out to stand tall.
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Tuesday, April 7, 2009
I am thinking about take part in NCLEX RN!! Who will help me out from the perplexity? Thank you
I am thinking about take part in NCLEX RN!! Who will help me out from the perplexity? Thank you!!?
I am Chinese and plan to US for NCLEX RN, I have prepared myself for the exam for almost 6 months in China, the dilemma is I havent nursing certificate or related back ground in China, therefore, I dont know whether its eligible for me to take the exam in US, whether the exam authority will check the previous study or working record? or whether they exclusively leave the opportunity to the people within the nursing circle? I was told some states are open for the non-nursing background applicant, eventhough i am not quite sure!! Factually, I trully love nursing day by day! I sincerely expect the effective answer for enlightening my future career!! I hold bachelor degree in economy from a Comprehensive University in China!!
Health Care - 2 Answers
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Sorry, you are mistaken in that some states are open to a non-nursing background. You must have completed a nursing degree or program, if not from China, at least from another country whose education in somewhat comparable to that of US nurses. Otherwise, you will not be allowed to take the exam. If it was a simple as taking the exam without having the NURSING education and training to go with it, don't you think that thousands of Americans would be trying to take the test without having attended an approved nursing course? I don't know about others, but I want the nurses I work with and those caring for me and my loved ones to have been educated and trained in nursing, not just have a degree in business or whatever and simply pass a test!! Since you are so enamoured with nursing, you should apply for a visa to the US. Once here, attend a university and earn a degree in Nursing like the rest of American nurses have to.
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You cannot apply to get a US nursing license unless you have completed nursing school The NCLEX is the nursing exam you have to pass to get a nursing license but you can't apply to write without any education.. If you want to work in the US you would also have to get a Green Card and currently that takes about 5-6 years.
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I am Chinese and plan to US for NCLEX RN, I have prepared myself for the exam for almost 6 months in China, the dilemma is I havent nursing certificate or related back ground in China, therefore, I dont know whether its eligible for me to take the exam in US, whether the exam authority will check the previous study or working record? or whether they exclusively leave the opportunity to the people within the nursing circle? I was told some states are open for the non-nursing background applicant, eventhough i am not quite sure!! Factually, I trully love nursing day by day! I sincerely expect the effective answer for enlightening my future career!! I hold bachelor degree in economy from a Comprehensive University in China!!
Health Care - 2 Answers
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Sorry, you are mistaken in that some states are open to a non-nursing background. You must have completed a nursing degree or program, if not from China, at least from another country whose education in somewhat comparable to that of US nurses. Otherwise, you will not be allowed to take the exam. If it was a simple as taking the exam without having the NURSING education and training to go with it, don't you think that thousands of Americans would be trying to take the test without having attended an approved nursing course? I don't know about others, but I want the nurses I work with and those caring for me and my loved ones to have been educated and trained in nursing, not just have a degree in business or whatever and simply pass a test!! Since you are so enamoured with nursing, you should apply for a visa to the US. Once here, attend a university and earn a degree in Nursing like the rest of American nurses have to.
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You cannot apply to get a US nursing license unless you have completed nursing school The NCLEX is the nursing exam you have to pass to get a nursing license but you can't apply to write without any education.. If you want to work in the US you would also have to get a Green Card and currently that takes about 5-6 years.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Why are some political parties and their followers like this
Why are some political parties and their followers like this?
Okay, I am not going to name the political party since they are known for reporting people who disagree with them. Anywho. I am a 30 year old man with two bachelors degrees, one in Nursing and the other in Health Administration and Policy, and a Masters degree in Anesthiology (sorry I still cant spell that word). I started college when I was 17 years old and was completely finished with everything by the time I was 25. I am now an Anaesthiologist working with one of the best cosmetic surgeons in the Washington DC area. I make $250,000 a year. I am also a married man since I was 24 and the proud father of 2 sets of twins. My wife is a private teacher for Autistic children and makes $75 an hour. We are both living the life of our dreams. Our childrens college is already pre-paid, our house will be paid off next year. We just feel so blessed. This summer my wife and I took our kids on a Disney world tour. We went to Disney in Florida, California, China, and France. We were both able to take a month off of work to make sure our kids have the time of their lives and to bring our family closer together. Now my problem is is that thereare certain people running for president and his followers who want to take that away from me and my family. They feel that even though I work hard for my money and where I am that I shouldn't have it. They feel I should be happy with $80000 a year and the rest should be given to the poor. They see vacations like the one my family and I took and say we should be happy with just going to Six Flags. Why do these people feel this way? Why do they feel that the wealthy should suffer for the poor? Why do they feel that I should give up most of my income in federal taxes so less educated people can live better lives? Can anyone explain this logic? please. Um. Do you know how many doctors don't spell correctly? A lot.
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People in your income group are already paying the vast majority of income taxes
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I'm a democrat fighting socialism in my own party. The attitude is: "You owe us. You are rich, you have money, we need money, it would help us, so you owe us". It's socialistic theft. And if it happens, and you move to another country, and we lose you and those who produce goods/services/jobs and our standard of living goes down, we'll have the state to take care of us. And they'll get the money from those who make 80,000 dollars a year...until they leave, too. Socialism is the most dangerous threat of our time, not terrorism.
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Are you sure you have a Masters in Anesthesiology? I would expext my Anesthesiologist to be able to spell his/her occupation. Democrat Librarian
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Both Parties are corrupt now, That is why The New Patriotic Party Will help us all from the Recession, Join us and/or go to www.patriotinfo.blogspot.com
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I own my business as a pain therapist , I provide a single family income for four household members. Being a single parent who does not make allot I have been pressured by schools and communities to make myself part of the welfare system.I flatly refuse to be part of a system that will pull this country into the ground .I do not see why anything I make should go into the pocket of someone else who is doing nothing to try to even make a life for themselves. It makes me sick that people sit around an whine about it I cant do this or I cant do that if they spent half the energy working as they do complaining they would have nothing to complain about ,I see your point 100% and this year because of over existed state and federal welfare systems I got taxed to the point I had almost a zero income.So it just isn't on the part of people who make really excelent money . It is every working tax payer. I found out anybody working with the systems get huge revinues by getting people on them , that is how the get payed.Rediculas . Simple as this.. work for it or shut the hell up , people have made their lives better because they know they have to . I don't care what was done to your race in the past truth of the matter is , nobody still alive was moved out by a confederate solders, nobody still alive has been sold off to a slave trade, nobody still alive lost their land to the defeat of Santa Anna or the French so suck it up . We are all living in the same times no. Nobody "owes" anybody anything.PERIOD You live in the land of opportunity in the greatest country in the world get off your dead bottom side and put your energy into making your life better, that's my answer. I worked for it ,I payed my taxes , I deserve whatever bennifits I want to give myself within my budget .
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Some people live on 900 Dollars and 75 Cents a month. Welfare Types.
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The USA. The country in the industrialised world with one of the highest death rate for kids aged under five. Despite spending more money on healthcare PER PERSON than any other nation on the planet. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_depth/629/629/7436221.stm The reason some parties are like this, is that they want to help American children, not curse them with death rates higher than Cuba.
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Okay, I am not going to name the political party since they are known for reporting people who disagree with them. Anywho. I am a 30 year old man with two bachelors degrees, one in Nursing and the other in Health Administration and Policy, and a Masters degree in Anesthiology (sorry I still cant spell that word). I started college when I was 17 years old and was completely finished with everything by the time I was 25. I am now an Anaesthiologist working with one of the best cosmetic surgeons in the Washington DC area. I make $250,000 a year. I am also a married man since I was 24 and the proud father of 2 sets of twins. My wife is a private teacher for Autistic children and makes $75 an hour. We are both living the life of our dreams. Our childrens college is already pre-paid, our house will be paid off next year. We just feel so blessed. This summer my wife and I took our kids on a Disney world tour. We went to Disney in Florida, California, China, and France. We were both able to take a month off of work to make sure our kids have the time of their lives and to bring our family closer together. Now my problem is is that thereare certain people running for president and his followers who want to take that away from me and my family. They feel that even though I work hard for my money and where I am that I shouldn't have it. They feel I should be happy with $80000 a year and the rest should be given to the poor. They see vacations like the one my family and I took and say we should be happy with just going to Six Flags. Why do these people feel this way? Why do they feel that the wealthy should suffer for the poor? Why do they feel that I should give up most of my income in federal taxes so less educated people can live better lives? Can anyone explain this logic? please. Um. Do you know how many doctors don't spell correctly? A lot.
Other - Politics & Government - 7 Answers
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People in your income group are already paying the vast majority of income taxes
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I'm a democrat fighting socialism in my own party. The attitude is: "You owe us. You are rich, you have money, we need money, it would help us, so you owe us". It's socialistic theft. And if it happens, and you move to another country, and we lose you and those who produce goods/services/jobs and our standard of living goes down, we'll have the state to take care of us. And they'll get the money from those who make 80,000 dollars a year...until they leave, too. Socialism is the most dangerous threat of our time, not terrorism.
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Are you sure you have a Masters in Anesthesiology? I would expext my Anesthesiologist to be able to spell his/her occupation. Democrat Librarian
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Both Parties are corrupt now, That is why The New Patriotic Party Will help us all from the Recession, Join us and/or go to www.patriotinfo.blogspot.com
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I own my business as a pain therapist , I provide a single family income for four household members. Being a single parent who does not make allot I have been pressured by schools and communities to make myself part of the welfare system.I flatly refuse to be part of a system that will pull this country into the ground .I do not see why anything I make should go into the pocket of someone else who is doing nothing to try to even make a life for themselves. It makes me sick that people sit around an whine about it I cant do this or I cant do that if they spent half the energy working as they do complaining they would have nothing to complain about ,I see your point 100% and this year because of over existed state and federal welfare systems I got taxed to the point I had almost a zero income.So it just isn't on the part of people who make really excelent money . It is every working tax payer. I found out anybody working with the systems get huge revinues by getting people on them , that is how the get payed.Rediculas . Simple as this.. work for it or shut the hell up , people have made their lives better because they know they have to . I don't care what was done to your race in the past truth of the matter is , nobody still alive was moved out by a confederate solders, nobody still alive has been sold off to a slave trade, nobody still alive lost their land to the defeat of Santa Anna or the French so suck it up . We are all living in the same times no. Nobody "owes" anybody anything.PERIOD You live in the land of opportunity in the greatest country in the world get off your dead bottom side and put your energy into making your life better, that's my answer. I worked for it ,I payed my taxes , I deserve whatever bennifits I want to give myself within my budget .
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Some people live on 900 Dollars and 75 Cents a month. Welfare Types.
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The USA. The country in the industrialised world with one of the highest death rate for kids aged under five. Despite spending more money on healthcare PER PERSON than any other nation on the planet. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_depth/629/629/7436221.stm The reason some parties are like this, is that they want to help American children, not curse them with death rates higher than Cuba.
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