Kampuchea. Thailand. and Vietnam who. due to their illegitimate or mixed ethnic makeup. their lack of a father or stable mother figure. or impoverished state. have little hope of escaping their plight. It became the ethical and social obligation of the United States to care for these children. The stigmatization and ostracism felt by Amerasian children In those countries covered by the Amerasian Immigration Act also Is felt by Amerasian children in the Philippines and Japan. These children of American citizens deserve the same viable opportunities of employment. education. and family life that is afforded their counterparts from Korea. Laos.
Identified stereotypes
Generalizations about Amerasian children's circumstances and lack of opportunity.