The Chinese Exclusion Act by New York Chamber of Commerce
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"The Chinese Exclusion Act" by New York Chamber of Commerce is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This publication presents a report and resolutions regarding the Chinese Exclusion Act, reflecting the views and sentiments of the Chamber of Commerce in New York as they navigate the socio-political climate aimed at Chinese immigration. The work examines the implications of the Exclusion Act on American commerce, public opinion, and bilateral relationships
with China. The book outlines the various events leading up to the passage of the Chinese Exclusion Act, describing how Chinese immigration became a contentious issue in America following the 1848 California Gold Rush. It highlights the economic benefits that Chinese laborers brought to the country while also addressing the growing animosity from certain factions of society who perceived them as a threat to American jobs and culture. The report critically analyzes the motivations behind the Exclusion Act, discusses its ramifications on U.S.-China relations, and emphasizes the need for a diplomatic approach to restoring goodwill between the nations. Through its focus on economic interests, humanitarian principles, and geopolitical strategies, the report ultimately advocates for a reevaluation of policies that undermine mutual cooperation and respect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Creator | New York Chamber of Commerce |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05009534 |
| Title |
The Chinese Exclusion Act Report and Resolutions Adopted by the Chamber of Commerce of the State of New York |
| Original Publication | United States: Press of De Leeuw & Oppenheimer,1889. |
| Credits | Tom Cosmas compiled from materials made available at The Internet Archive and are placed in the Public Domain |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 40.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JV: Political science: Colonies and colonization, International migration |
| Subject | United States. Chinese Exclusion Act |
| Subject | Chinese -- Legal status, laws, etc. -- United States |
| Subject | United States -- Commerce -- China |
| Subject | China -- Commerce -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69008 |
| Release Date | Sep 18, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 321 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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