Ever felt the urge to ask “What kind of Asian are you?” Here’s why it’s better if you don’t. And if you’ve gotten that question, here’s a spoken word piece with everything you’ve ever wanted to say in response. This poet unpacks the stereotypes and struggles of his experiences and shows how asking such a question can add to dehumanizing marginalization.

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For those who don’t adhere 100% to the intensely restrictive gender roles prescribed by society: this is the poem for you. Watch as hip hop artist and poet Alex Dang describes the many times he’s been misgendered by the people around him — including family, friends, and strangers — just because he existed in a way that didn’t make sense to them.

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