What About The Vietnamese? | AMERICA! w/ Professor Penn & Martino Nguyen | EP261

Episode #261 of the @professorpennpodcast. Professor Penn sits down with special guest Martino Nguyen for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation. Together, they break down concerns surrounding Minnesota fraud, the history of the Vietnamese community in Minnesota, and what early American life looked like for Vietnamese families building their foundation in the Midwest. The discussion turns to the long-standing lack of Republican outreach to inner-city and minority communities, emphasizing why local involvement is essential for real political change. Martino shares firsthand insight into the dangers of communism — a reality many immigrant families understand deeply — and how these experiences shape their view of American politics today. Professor and Martino also examine ways the U.S. system is failing everyday people, highlighting the need for communities to work together, even when disagreements arise, to build a stronger and more unified future.