The year was 1882. Populist politicians appealed to the lowest common denominator by spreading rumors, which in turn excited the xenophobia and racism. Leaders promised sweeping immigration bans that the politicians claimed were necessary to protect American “civilization and values.” [Read More...]
He arrived in Guangdong carrying bibles on a ship that was seeking new markets for the opium trade. He remained a Man of God, they say but who can tell? [Read More...]