An Ethics of Betrayal

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Exploring betrayal and treason in Asian American and Chicano/Latino narratives, Crystal Parikh delves into the ethical dimensions of these themes through the philosophies of Emmanuel Levinas and Jacques Derrida. She posits that minority subjects hold an inherent responsibility to the Other, framing betrayal as a complex moral obligation. Parikh's work offers a critical examination of cultural identity and ethical relations, emphasizing the profound implications of betrayal within marginalized communities.