Whatever is not commonly seen is condemned as alien.

There isn't much discussion of ruling class in America even in Boston, probably one of the most class-conscious cities in the country?

I may attempt a novel. I think that no matter what you write, it requires being honest with oneself, and you have to pull yourself out of the whirlwind of daily life.

When the Chinese first came to San Francisco, they were actually welcomed by the mayor and they had special ceremonies for them-again this is when their colony was very small, only a few Chinese.

If the conditions were right there could be great acceptance. Often it is only when they pose an economic or political threat that it turns really ugly.

Whatever is not commonly seen is condemned as alien.

They probably do have an Asian Barbie.