Immigration and Political Incorporation: Asian American Representation in State Legislatures

These flashcards focus on key terms and concepts related to Asian American political representation and immigrant incorporation as discussed in the lecture notes.

Political Incorporation

The process by which immigrant groups become integrated into political structures and gain representation in political office.

Descriptive Representation

The representation of groups in political office that reflects the demographic composition of the population.

Segregated Assimilation

A theory of assimilation asserting that immigrants from certain backgrounds experience varied outcomes, some achieving upward mobility while others may not.

Civic Resources

Assets that aid political participation, which include citizenship, education, language skills, and community integration.

Co-ethnic Representation

The election of representatives who share the same ethnic or racial identity as their constituents, enhancing the political voice of that community.

Pan-ethnic Identity

A collective identity formed among various ethnic groups that share certain characteristics or commonalities, often used in political contexts.

Historical Population Hypothesis

The idea that the likelihood of representation increases with the historical size of a population, independent of its current size.

Immigrant Socialization

The processes by which immigrants adapt to and integrate into the political, cultural, and social frameworks of the host country.

Intermarriage

The marriage between individuals of different racial or ethnic backgrounds, which is a measure of societal integration.

Segmented Assimilation

A model of immigrant assimilation suggesting that different groups have varied outcomes based on socio-economic, cultural, and structural factors.

Civic Engagement

The active participation of individuals in the political process, including voting, organizing, and advocating for community interests.

Ethnoracial Voting Blocs

Groups within a community that vote collectively based on shared racial or ethnic interests, influencing election outcomes.

Sociological Work on Immigrant Experience

Research focusing on how immigrants' backgrounds, experiences, and identities shape their political behavior and integration.

Legislative Elections

Elections held to elect representatives in legislative bodies at various levels of government.

Migrant Acculturation

The process through which immigrants adopt the cultural practices and social norms of the host society, influencing their political behavior.

Descriptive Representation Gaps

Disparities between the demographic composition of a population and the representation they have in political offices.