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Which states are going to great lengths NOT to be Arizona?

Wed, 05/05/2010 - 14:36

From the Restore Fairness blog.

Outraged over Arizona’s new law that will inevitably lead to racial profiling and civil rights issues, the Washington D.C. City Council has introduced two bold bills that counter Arizona’s SB1070, both of which have been met with unanimous approval from Council members.


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Civil disobedience, courage and determination mark May Day rallies in 70 cities

Mon, 05/03/2010 - 15:37

From the Restore Fairness blog.


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Schumer and Graham release blueprint for immigration reform

Fri, 03/19/2010 - 13:06

From Restore Fairness blog


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Job Blog 7-21-09

Tue, 07/21/2009 - 11:09

 

Job Opening: Scheduler 

Thursday, July 16, 2009 3:10 PM


Gary Locke and the Progressive APA Dilemma

Sun, 03/08/2009 - 12:38
gary_locke When I found out that Gary Locke was nominated to be Secretary of Commerce, I felt a weird sensation wash over me. With every APA blog post, every APIAA organization press release, and every APA podcast singing praises upon the Governor, my heart sunk. The reality is that I may be the only one in this small APA blogosphere who hesitates to happily welcome a third Asian American to President Obama's cabinet--I'm so torn. It's a dilemma because in truth, I am actually happy that Governor Locke may become the nation's second APA Secretary of Commerce. He was a solid Governor of the State of Washington and a committed social progressive. Governor Locke is also committed to his APA roots--from his 1997 speech to the AAJA:
"And we have to remember that America belongs to all of us - not just to those whose families have been here longest, or to those who have connections, or to those who never suffered the indignity of slavery, exclusion, or defeat."

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President Obama Launches White House Internship Program

Thu, 02/26/2009 - 06:52
white-house Wow, any bets on how many applications they get? From the official White House press release:
President Obama today launched the White House Internship Program for his administration and announced that applications are currently being accepted for the summer of 2009. Those selected to participate in the program will gain valuable job experience and an inside look at the life of White House staff while building leadership skills.
Full details after the flip:

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Photos from the APAP Grassroots Gala

Fri, 02/06/2009 - 07:35
Please enjoy these photos from the APAP Grassroots Gala and Bollywood Afterparty at Perry's Restaurant on 1/20 in Washington, D.C.!
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Tammy Duckworth Tapped for VA Assistant Secretary

Tue, 02/03/2009 - 07:27
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release February 3, 2009  Duckworth Tapped for VA Assistant Secretary WASHINGTON (Feb. 3, 2009) - President Barack Obama has announced his intent to nominate L. Tammy Duckworth, director of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, to be the Assistant Secretary of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). "Effective communications with Veterans and VA's stakeholders is key to improving our services and ensuring Veterans receive the benefits they deserve," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. "Tammy Duckworth brings significant talent, leadership and personal experience to this important work."

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Thank You for Being a Part of The Gift of Hope!

Sun, 02/01/2009 - 19:42
HOPE Comes to Asian Pacific America: Join "A Thousand Cranes for Hope" this APA Heritage Month Dear Friends, A huge, huge mahalo to everyone for being part of the National Day of Service Project, "The Gift of HOPE!" The Gift of Hope's Washington, D.C. event, and national tie-in, would not have been possible without the leadership of Vida Benevides, ED of APIAVote and President Obama's AAPI team!

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