The Little Tokyo community has long been at the forefront of turning its needs into realities.

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.

House of Representatives and the majority and minority leaders of the U.

I am proud to lead the congressional effort to establish the first national museum of Asian Pacific American history and culture.to train and test with the Hanayagi Ryu Dance School for her teaching credentials.

Rokumine sensei assisted with the dance portion of the Miss Teen Sansei Pageants.she continued her odori training under Hanayagi Rokumies tutelage.

they welcomed their first son.and began teaching after work and on weekends.