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Today I thought I would take some time to discuss a few hot topics in the news: immigration, democracy, and the protests that have been happening in Hong Kong.  

As many of you know, I directed the film, Pui Chan: Kung Fu Pioneer in 2012.  The story was an homage to my father’s life and the Wah Lum legacy that he has created.  However, it is also a story of an immigrant who dared to live the American Dream.  

Like many Chinese immigrants, my father believed that with hard work and persistence, you could make a life for yourself in a new world.  His parents were imprisoned by the Communists after their land was taken from them.  My father knew that he wanted more out of life than the one that he then faced.

Many people today face issues that are causing them to want to emigrate: extreme poverty, oppressive governments, safety for their families, and the desire for democracy.

I certainly don’t have any answers as to how other countries should run their government or what is best for them.  However, I do believe in democracy.  I believe we should have our basic freedoms, and that everyone is entitled to those freedoms.

CHECK OUT THE FILM!

I discuss the inspiration behind the making of the film Pui Chan: Kung Fu Pioneer (which you can watch on AMAZON PRIME) and how it has impacted my life.

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Discussed in this episode:
Pui Chan: Kung Fu Pioneer
Amazon Prime
Wah Lum

CULTURE CHAT CREDITS Host: Mimi Chan Intro Music: Mike Relm 

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