Shared French fries at Mitsuru.

We are honored to serve on this commission and look forward to engaging with experts and community members across the country to examine how to bring to life a national institution that truly reflects the richness of the Asian Pacific American experience.Todays ceremony marks an important step in our effort to fulfill the vision laid out by Congress and develop a thoughtful.

and foster greater understanding of the Asian Pacific Americans community.include:Joanne Kwong (New York).especially during these times of increasing anti-Asian sentiments.

This commission represents a powerful opportunity to ensure their contributions are preserved.White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific IslandersDennis Cheng (New York) – Former deputy political director.

This history deserves to be preserved and celebrated for generations to come.

said Commission Chair Chiling Tong of Maryland.was profoundly affected by World War II and prevailing immigration policies.

and many other organizations for her contributions to the Nikkei and greater Southern California community.outside of Kagoshima in Kyushu.

It was then that she connected with her brother Freds classmate and her future husband.followed by David Hisao in 1962 and Michiyo in 1963.