AJSoCal is the nations largest legal and civil rights organization for AAPIs.

I have witnessed the expansion of rights and the breaking down of barriers that previous generations could scarcely imagine.every time we choose unity over division.

executive directorVMCA: Sharon Wada.board memberJapanese American Veterans Association: Ken HayashiRedondo Union High School Marine Corps Jr.who died while serving in the Iraq WarSpouses and families of deceased veterans: Lynnie Tabata.

and I know the terrible toll that war took on a whole generation.retired West District superintendent of the United Methodist Church.

reflect and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

But the true memorial to those we honor today lies in how we live our lives.including the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

A dedication ceremony is planned for the summer of 2026.Nakamura (1981-2003)The Santa Fe Springs City Council on June 17 voted unanimously to change the name of the citys Aquatic Center to the Paul T.

After basic combat training he completed the Army medic course.He was the smallest soldier in our platoon.