Tommy Chong on Growing Through Anti-Asian Racism
Grow Through It: Hate, Racism, Bullying
Tommy Chong, half of the comedy team Cheech & Chong, describes experiencing anti-Asian racism from his childhood through his adulthood. He survived the racist incidents with his comedy, his music, and understanding the mindset of the perpetrators. He believes that if you don’t fight back, there’s nothing to fight. He learned the power of prayer, and prays for wisdom.