As the first Medal of Honor recipient of Japanese American descent.

and his mother remains in critical condition recovering in the hospital.and Muslim American communities.

This is in addition to the already high levels of hate often directed at both groups.we cannot hold Jewish Americans responsible for Israels actions as a government.We are deeply saddened by this hateful act and by the rise of anti-Muslim and anti-semitic rhetoric that has erupted in the U.

they create a dangerous poison that can inflict grave harm on individuals.The police arrested the landlord and were joined by the Department of Justice in investigating the assault as a hate crime.

and etching deep wounds into humanity that fuels hate speech and violence.

while we may have connection and affinity to our ancestral countries.These pieces show the artists vision and life through immigration.

JANM illuminates the stories and the rich cultural heritage of people of Japanese ancestry in the U.On the importance of JANMs work to promote historical understanding through artistic expression.

and post-war life is deeply personal to my own experience as a descendant of Japanese immigrants.I would like to thank JANM for illuminating the powerful narratives of Japanese Americans whose stories educate and empower this and future generations.