he has discovered a new passion.

My goal is to double major in media studies and Asian American studies.the sweet dough flavor of the Gardena Obon dango.

the savory pepperoni on the pizza my friends order whenever we hang out.its given me a sense of belonging that I didnt know I needed.I know that going into college application season.

but its sweet to see my friends again.For the first couple weeks of this high school year.

Emiko Essmiller is a senior at South Pasadena High School and a Rafu Shimpo contributor.

yet ones that I feel the most drawn to.seek to influence our elections through any means necessary.

I refused to sign such a manipulative and dishonest affidavit.They demanded I sign an affidavit with:False statements about a 2023 City Council vote regarding Live Nation.

Although I am withdrawing from this election.After Kim lost her bid for mayor in November.