In his book "The Pacific Circuit," journalist Alexis Madrigal explores the global significance of the Port of Oakland, shedding light on the intricate dynamics of post-World War II American commerce. The book illustrates how Oakland serves as a primary entry point for Asian-manufactured goods, linking a diverse range of communities. Through his partnership with environmental justice leader Margaret Gordon, Madrigal uncovers the political and social changes resulting from global trade, emphasizing the profound impact on the people living in the Bay Area due to these international connections.
"I had a realization that I needed (a term to serve as a) tool to be able to refer to the linkages that I'd discovered and described..."
"It begins with political relationships and container shipping and the Vietnam War, but then expands out to changing the very set of people who live in the Bay Area as these links are established with different countries in Asia."
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