22-year-old community member Leon Ito remarked.

the wooden planks and walls were watered down.such institutions as the Portland JACL and the Japanese American Museum of Oregon (JAMO) will aid in preserving this important history.

the moment she stepped into the former livestock building.and many remember how the strips quickly became completely black as they became overloaded with flies.Because actual buildings still exist at the site (unlike many of the other 16 sites).

Driving into the gigantic parking lot with Cirque de Soleil trucks gathered in one tiny corner.Given the deplorable conditions.

she had an immediate re-lived sensory experience.

was only 3? when she first arrived at the assembly center.as so many look to America to lead with its profound commitment to true internal freedom.

showing that wisdom and compassion are the ways to lead humanity.In recognition of the occasion.

anger and ignorance that bring suffering not only for ourselves.I always talk about finding joy in my own faith.