some 80 years after the questions of loyalty were first asked.

He spoke of the importance of language in shaping him and other Japanese Americans.but he also spoke of the tremendous impact that the incarceration had.

I will never forget that terrifying early May morning.Japanese American political efforts bore fruit.They didnt want to leave their children in imprisonment to bear arms for this country.

He began school in those camps.‘With liberty and justice for all.

Our democratic ideals are noble.

I will never forget the terror.He was elected to the California State Senate in 2010.

as well having the proper mental health professionals respond to homeless related incidents.We need the City Council to be as diverse and reflective as the communities it represents.

one of my top priorities is the creation of a community resource hub system that offers shelter.and more to thrive and continue being pillars of artistic and cultural integrity in LA and beyond.