Annie Tan

Annie Tan is a special education teacher, activist, writer and storyteller based in Chinatown, New York City. Annie fights for her students, public education, teachers unions, tenants rights, and Asian American issues, all towards a better world. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Huffington Post, New Republic, and PBS' documentary series Asian Americans. Annie is currently working on a book about her family and Asian American history. You can follow Annie's work at annietan.com and @annietangent on Instagram or Twitter.

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Annie Tan

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Drumstick, Please!

by Annie Tan

Annie Tan has trouble connecting with her father across a language barrier and physical distance.

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06:30
Drumstick, Please!

by Annie Tan

Annie Tan has trouble connecting with her father across a language barrier and physical distance.

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Remembering Vincent

by Annie Tan

Annie Tan stokes the fire of her curiosity, but uncovers a dark moment in her family’s history.

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