it was quite a shock living in rural southern Indiana.

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.

the commission will invite broad participation from the Asian Pacific American community to explore how a museum could best serve the nation.

the commission will engage the Asian Pacific American community nation-wide.was spent in her parents hometown of Chiran.

and Michiyo (John) Bailey; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and other family members in the U.While working and raising her children.

She kept in touch with him through letters.while working several jobs to provide for her children.