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PROFITS ENSLAVE THE WORLD: A SONG ACROSS GENERATIONS

Directed by Emilio J. Virata Jr.

Cast: Chris Bautista, Dr. Jose Lalas, Emilio J. Virata Jr., Gerry Cabanilla, Marissa L. Pulido

In 1973, Philip Vera Cruz’ poem “Profits Enslave the World” was put to music by Chris Bautista, a young Bay Area musician. The song became an anthem amongst many Filipinos of the time, connecting them with the generations of organizers who came before.

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DIGITAL HISTORIES 2023

Digital Histories is a mechanism for Asian and Pacific Islander older adults to use their unique voices and perspectives in sharing stories with the generations to come.

Dates & Times

Past

Japanese American National Museum

Sun, May 7
12:00 pm