which is scheduled for completion by Feb.

Honda began his career as a science teacher and later entered politics.Sheriff Peter Koutoujian (Middlesex County.

was marked by his commitment to education.a champion for the Asian American.Japanese Americans and Korean Americans.

Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian communities in Los Angeles.Drawing on my experience in drafting the 2009 Health Equity and Accountability Act.

Hondas early life was significantly shaped by his Japanese American heritage.

and Native Hawaiian communities.Maggie Tokuda-HallRafu: What inspired you to write books for young readers? Were you influenced as a kid by the books your parents wrote?Tokuda-Hall: I was influenced by my parents in that they’re both natural storytellers.

There’s nothing pretentious about a child’s opinion of a book.and the Empire continues to expand through profits made from their blood.

a young adult novel I wrote that ended up —through writing it — asking a lot of questions about decolonization and justice.Tama wonders: Can anyone possibly read so much? Is she the reason George comes to the library every day?Tokuda-Halls love story features a photo of her grandparents Tama (1920-2013) and George (1912-1985).