– The article draws attention to the cultural differences and language barriers (for example, Cantonese vs. Mandarin) that exist among the Chinese immigrants who originate from Taiwan, China, and Hong Kong.  It is interesting to note that the Chinese Exclusion Act generalized the group as a whole in barring their migration, completely overlooking the fact that these differences even exist.

– It is interesting to note that Chinese outmigration can be likened to white flight.  The article draws upon the opinion of those who fled Monterey Park because they felt it was becoming overcrowded and unsafe (380).  This migration can be attributed to the growing class diversity that exists because established immigrants sponsor their relatives that may not be so wealthy.  These relatives are generally working class and do not possess English language proficiency.   Within this coethnic group, the more well-to-do seek to disassociate themselves with the stereotype of being “immigrant and poor” (380).  The presence of this phenomenon among the Chinese immigrant community suggests that the multifaceted attitudes towards others of different socioeconomic backgrounds transcends issues of race.

– It is interesting to note the similarities and differences that exist between the traditional Chinatowns and areas such as Monterey Park, Sunset Park, and Flushing.  Both areas of settlement provide workers with employment opportunities; however, the traditional Chinatowns are not quite as globally linked – economically, culturally, and socially – to the outside world.  Chinatowns are ethnic enclaves that seem to be more self-contained.

– In the increasing trend among Chinese generations to become “American”, what elements of their Chinese culture do they shed?  What elements do they retain?