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An Italian/American State of Mind

Anthony J. Tamburri

In launching i-Italy, we shall inevitably re-consider our own individual positions within the Italian/American community. Namely, what are the duties and/or responsibilities of...

Our Horizon and Old Stereotypes

Richard Alba

Current discussions of the Italian-American educational record reflect outdated ideas about the limited educational and occupational horizons of Italian Americans.

Nature or Nurture?

Tom Verso

Does a poor Italian/American woman whose last name happens to be somehow Italian have more in common with Rudy Giuliani or with a poor African American share-cropper? I don't know...

Are "Italian Americans" a fairy-tale?

Emanuel Rota

Does a poor woman whose last name happens to be somehow Italian have something in common with Rudy Giuliani? Is it a blood thing? Why should they have the same "state of mind?"

I/A "State of Mind" - An Enigma?

Tom Verso

To understand the "Italian American state of mind" necessitates a major social scientific study. It is still an enigma - ironically to Italian Americans themselves

"An Italian/American State of Mind" - A Rejoinder

Anthony J. Tamburri

Earlier today I posted a response to Tom Verso’s thoughts that he posted November 4 on H-Itam. I share them below, albeit slightly modified for our readers of i-Italy.

"An Italian/American State of Mind" - A Comment

Tom Verso

Here at i-Italy, Anthony Tamburi has a fascinating article posted: "An Italian/American State of Mind." I hope many will read it. I am posting this comment with a mind towards...

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