教中文,不只是教语言 —— 华人父母的隐形传承

文|伍月 “你为什么要教孩子中文?” 每一个在海外育儿的华人家长,大概都被问过这个问题——或许不是别人问的,而是某一天在整理作业、纠正发音、苦口婆心解释一个中文词时,心里升起的疑问。尤其是当孩子眉头一皱、不耐烦地问:“我以后又不住中国,干嘛要学?” 有时候,这个问题会刺痛我们内心的柔软处——那个曾经离家千里的自己,那些渐渐模糊的童年词汇,那些想和父母深谈却词不达意的电话夜晚。 但慢慢地,我们会发现:我教孩子中文,其实是为了我们自己。

Teaching Chinese Is More Than Teaching a Language — The Unspoken Legacy of Chinese Parents

By May “Why do you teach your child Chinese?” Every Chinese parent raising a child overseas has likely encountered this question—not always from others, but sometimes in quiet moments, while sorting homework, correcting pronunciation, or patiently explaining a character. Especially when your child frowns and says, ‘I’m not going to live in China. Why doContinue reading “Teaching Chinese Is More Than Teaching a Language — The Unspoken Legacy of Chinese Parents”

我教孩子中文,是为了谁?

文|新语 “Can you speak Chinese?”“Uh… just a little.” 那天放学接孩子回家,我听见她和另一个亚裔小朋友这样对话。语气轻飘,带点羞怯,有点回避。我知道她能说中文——至少在家里,她说得并不差。但她,选择了轻轻地,把中文从自己身上拨开。 那一瞬间,我感到一种很细碎却真实的痛。不是为我自己,而是为她。也许她不是真的抗拒中文,而是——不知道该如何承认那部分的自己。 ——

Why Do I Teach My Child Chinese—And Who Is It Really For?

By Xinyu “Can you speak Chinese?”“Uh… just a little.” I overheard this exchange between my daughter and another Asian child as I picked her up from school. Her tone was light, almost shy, with a touch of avoidance. I know she can speak Chinese—at least at home, she does quite well.But in that moment, sheContinue reading “Why Do I Teach My Child Chinese—And Who Is It Really For?”

Clean Energy Needs Clean Conscience: Observing the NV Energy–NCL Tension

By Nevada Chinese Perspective  As Nevada rises to prominence as a clean energy leader, it’s clear that the future is solar, geothermal, and battery-powered. From massive infrastructure projects like Greenlink Nevada to collaborations with major tech companies, NV Energy is playing a visible and vital role in the state’s transition to renewables. At the sameContinue reading “Clean Energy Needs Clean Conscience: Observing the NV Energy–NCL Tension”

清洁能源需要清晰良知:观察 NV Energy 与内华达环保联盟的分歧

文 / 内华达华人视角 内华达州正迅速崛起为美国清洁能源的领跑者。从“绿色通道”输电计划到与大型科技公司的合作,NV Energy 在推动全州向可再生能源转型中扮演着不可或缺的角色。而与此同时,内华达环保联盟(Nevada Conservation League, 简称 NCL)等民间环保组织则不断呼吁,在加速绿色转型的同时,也必须确保这一进程的公平与正义。 因此,当 NV Energy 提出将居民电费上调 9% 的计划,并遭到 NCL 强烈反对时,公众不禁疑惑:既然双方都支持清洁能源,为什么还会发生如此明显的分歧?

Public Voices Rise Over NV Energy Rate Hike Proposal at PUCN Hearings

LAS VEGAS, June 5, 2025 — Emotions ran high at the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) hearings held on June 4, as residents and community advocates voiced sharp criticism of NV Energy’s proposed 9% electricity rate increase. The utility’s proposal, which could raise average monthly household bills by around $15, drew both fierce publicContinue reading “Public Voices Rise Over NV Energy Rate Hike Proposal at PUCN Hearings”