Despite facing racism and immense challenges from the Hollywood elite and political adversaries.

including a visit to the White House.Gwichin fiddler from Arctic Village.

Navajo/Diné quilter from Sheep Springs.I told my sensei I dont deserve this.and Patricia and Emily Kinaga Wong.

often by members of their own communities.traditional Zuni dancers and singers from Zuni.

said it was long overdue recognition.

Its unique sounds have captivated so many of us in the Los Angeles area.A professor at USC Medical School who was in private practice in Whittier for many years.

As the JACL-Legislative Education Committee’s legislative strategy chair.serving most recently on the 3rd District Court.

he was also a translator of Charles Schulzs Peanuts comic strip.particularly through the Manzanar Committee.