1. Sturken touches on the idea of "absent images" and how certain aspects of the Japanese internment have been omitted or overlooked in collective memory. What are the consequences of these omissions in terms of understanding the full scope of historical events? How might the selective memory of traumatic events impact future generations' understanding of history and its lessons?
2. Sturken also discusses how the Japanese internment is remembered and represented in various forms, including photography, museums, and reenactments. How does the act of representation shape our understanding of historical events, and what are the ethical considerations that arise when representing traumatic events like the internment?
3. Bishop's work focuses on the Japanese-American internment during World War II, but it raises questions about the role of journalism in covering similar issues in contemporary society. What lessons can we draw from the past in terms of journalism's responsibilities when it comes to government actions that may infringe on civil liberties?
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