both have not yet been assessed and we fear they are heavily damaged by smoke and moisture.

(Photo by Guy Aoki)We were passionate volunteers all fighting for a singular cause — redress and reparations — but like many such organizations.when the Falling Down movie controversy made me realize I could no longer run NCRRs education committee and Media Action Network for Asian Americans (MANAA) — which we had just started the previous April — at the same time.

surrounded by a loving family and a wonderful group of friends with whom I have shared experiences at work and in the community.Alan Nishio leads the first NCRR meeting following the signing of the redress bill in August 1988.Perhaps feeling backed into a corner.

Im so glad people like Bert Nakano.He fought for himself just as hard as he had fought for our community for decades.

We used to laugh whenever he and Jim greeted each other —like two curmudgeon old men muttering insults to each other.

He kept his focus on helping the Japanese American community through his involvement with organizations like the Little Tokyo Service Center and JACCC.She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it.

Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn are best remembered for their efforts in the creation of two presidential commissions:Rosalynn Carter (Library of Congress)? Presidents Commission on Mental Health?Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of CiviliansPresident Carter is quoted as saying.For the Japanese American community.

as the Washington representative of the Japanese American Citizens League.My immediate impression of the first lady was that she was warm and sincere and actually listened to what you were saying.