Hood River to Host Screening of 'Lessons for Today: The Legacy of Minoru Yasui

Mar 21

Written By Columbia Community Connection

Hood River, Ore., March 21, 2025 — On Friday, March 28, a film will be shown on the life of a courageous Hood River citizen who protested racially motivated arrests and imprisonment during World War II.

Lessons for Today: The Legacy of Minoru Yasui, will be hosted by the Minoru Yasui Legacy Project and the Hood River Latino Network, at the Columbia Arts Theatre, 215 Cascade Ave, Hood River, 7-9 p.m., with discussion to follow. The lessons from Min’s life are more relevant than ever.

Learn more and register for free tickets through https://events.humanitix.com/lessons-for-today-the-legacy-of-minoru-yasui?c=hrln

On March 28, 1942, Minoru Yasui of Hood River intentionally violated a racially discriminatory curfew. He spent 9 months imprisoned in solitary confinement before being sent to an internment camp. In remembrance of his brave fight for justice for Americans incriminated on the basis of their heritage, the State of Oregon designated March 28th as Minoru Yasui Day.

On March 15, 2025, President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. The last time this law was invoked was December 7, 1941, when it was used to arrest Japanese-Americans including Minoru's father, Masuo Yasui. The lessons of Minoru Yasui's legacy are more critical than ever.

Learn about the connections between Minoru Yasui's fight and the ongoing work of standing for justice today. The film will be followed by guest speakers, opportunities to take action, and a chance to connect with others who share a passion for justice. Please help spread the word about this important event.