On this edition of Protected Speech, Ravi Kapur and Jonathan Choe discuss how Diwali has become mainstream thanks largely to an effort to court the Indian American and South Asian diaspora by politicians. Rishi Sunak made history by becoming the first UK Prime Minister of Indian descent, but faces an uphill battle to right the ship as the economy struggles. Jonathan Choe explains how "Housing First" has been failing and the double standard sports figures make to have access to global markets. and political stances. And in what will be a reoccurring segment, both journalists discuss yet another apparent AAPI hate crime, this time involving high school students.

For more information, list of resources and to report a hate crime: https://stophate.calcivilrights.ca.gov/


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"Protected Speech" features decorated veteran journalists Ravi Kapur and Jonathan Choe, who spotlight stories of local, national, and global significance each week. Part of the conversation centers around original reporting highlighting Asian hate incidents that continue to be underreported in mainstream media. Join us as we engage thought leaders and influencers from various industries, while illustrating raw realities through exclusive video.

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