Enduring Democracy

the Monterey Petition

Monterey's unique decision to publicly welcome Japanese Americans home after their WWII internment reflects powerful themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A rediscovered 1938 film and the original petition reveal a joyful community before incarceration and highlight a local stand for democratic ideals, offering an important lesson in preserving those values.

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English audio. Closed-captioned.

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Schendel, David C.,
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Nordt, Elizabeth,
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Sumner, Greg,
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[United States] : Collective Eye Films, 2026

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