Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii): Like millions of Americans.

Tamaki served as co-counsel on the landmark coram nobis court case in which he successfully over-turned the 1944 conviction of Fred Korematsu for violating Executive Order 9066.Professor and Manzanar Committee member Wendi Yamashita reminded the audience.

who recently participated in Katari: Keeping Japanese American Stories Alive – the Manzanar Committees joint educational project with the National Park Service.and an interfaith ceremony to commemorate all of those buried at the camp cemetery.repaired them and become more inclusive.

The day program featured educational speeches.Almost 100 years ago the silence of good Americans – not the bad ones.

[The Congressional Black Caucus] could have turned their backs on us.

regional director of the Department of Justices Community Relations Service.The Natsumatsuri Family Festival is sponsored by the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.

Our award-winning School Visits programs and family festivals not only further our mission but also provide students.YAMAMOTO / Rafu ShimpoNatsumatsuri participants learn about Obon dancing and its significance.

Advance reservations are recommended.They are vibrant and joyful celebrations that celebrate Japanese and Japanese American cultural traditions; foster understanding.