John Eklof

John Eklof is a Filipino American writer, educator, and community organizer from Lakewood, Washington. He works as an Equity Specialist in the Bellevue School District. John is also a graduate student studying Multicultural Education at UW. He is left-handed and plans to run for national office one day. You can find more of John's writing at johneklof.com.
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NBC’s “Mail Order Family” fail proves who really has a seat at the table in Hollywood

by John Eklof
"Mail Order Family" — a cartoon sitcom featuring a Filipina mail order bride — was quickly shelved this week after online backlash.
Oct 4, 2016
Doug Baldwin basks in Seattle fans' adoration after winning the Super Bowl. (Photo from Flickr by Jeff)

An open letter to Doug Baldwin

by John Eklof
A disappointed fan has some questions for Doug Baldwin about the "demonstration of unity" and how our beloved Seahawks got on the wrong side of history.
Sep 13, 2016
(Photo from Flickr by Brook Ward)

The Kaepernick effect and the new power of sports activism

by John Eklof
Colin Kaepernick sitting for national anthem has drawn a line in the sand for other athletes. Does sports activism have the power to change our country?
Sep 7, 2016