Topic > Analyzing Wallace's UCLA Girls' Asian Outburst - 1548

The Internet explodes when Alexander Wallace, a Caucasian UCLA student, continues to rant against Asians at UCLA. He first notes that on weekends, “…everyone they know they brought with them from Asia – they come here on weekends to do laundry, shop and cook food for the week. It's serious, without fail. You will always see older Asian men running around this apartment. This is what they do. They don't teach their children to fend for themselves. You know, what they don't teach them are manners” (UCLA Girl's Asian Rant). Here is the bait that attracts all fish. Ironically, expressing his opinion on good manners has become a paradox. When he says “old Asians” he is referring to the student's grandparents. By using indirect phrases he is trying to attack specific Asian customs. Asian families are traditionally strict about their children's future and give unconditional support to ensure their success. Here Wallace is saying that Asian students are being spoiled. His words are aggressive, which may stem from deep-seated jealousy of the success of others. Furthermore, by stating "They can't take care of themselves", she is in some way stating that she can take care of herself unlike them. It seems that she subconsciously realized the aggressiveness of her statement, so she is justifying her position using elitism. Then she continues with "I'll get deeply involved in my studies, in my political science theories and arguments and all that other stuff, throwing it all down, like writing furiously, blah, blah, and then all of a sudden when I'm about to reach a enlightenment Here somewhere, 'Ooooh Ching Chong Ling Long Ting Tong, Ooohhhhh.' " (UCLA Gir... half of the document... I have a lot of work to do. I believe my opinions are mostly based on current trends in viral videos. Often, people jump on the bandwagon. I've learned to be skeptical and explore the issues to justify my opinions. I'm an Asian-American, but I'm not moved because racism is prevalent, it doesn't matter if we care much or not the things we find offensive aren't that offensive moment might burn, but the fire only lasts five seconds. We tend to exaggerate our feelings, especially with the rise of stereotypes and racial slurs, let careful thought and responsible actions steer you away from idiocy. However, Wallace is right about asians talking too loudly. I'm thinking about not answering my calls at the library. My friend called to tell me my house is on fire. No big deal.