Category Archives: Politics

Musical Diplomacy and Tears in North Korea… NOT

Posted on February 26, 2008 by Jun

The New York Philharmonic held an unprecedented concert in Pyongyang that was supposed to lead to warmer ties between North Korea and the United States. Oh wait, let me rephrase that; better relations between Kim Jon-Il and the United States. … Continue reading →

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Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders for Hillary ’08

Posted on February 24, 2008 by John

One of my friends is the most politically active American (let alone Asian American) I know – Sophia (and her husband) recently launch their website, Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders for Hillary ’08 (www.aapiforhillary.com): Although Asian Americans make up about … Continue reading →

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Asians and Black History Month

Posted on February 24, 2008 by Efren

Just read this interesting article in the Advertising Age website by Bill Imada called, “Have Asian Americans Done Enough for the Black Community?” It’s sad that I think the really obvious answer to this really is, no. Given the history … Continue reading →

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Chinese espionage on the rise

Posted on February 11, 2008 by Ben

…at least that’s what the media is saying. And unfortunately, the only thing this type of negative news reporting does is create fear where it should not exist. Think about it. If the Chinese have sent their spies here to … Continue reading →

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If Obama loses California, you can point your finger at the Asians (and Latinos)

Posted on February 5, 2008 by jozjozjoz

Forgive me, but I obviously cannot stop myself from making posts with obnoxious headlines. (I blame sleep deprivation.) According to CNN Senior Political Analyst Bill Schneider on the CNN Political Ticker: (emphasis is mine) Schneider: Clinton losing among whites and … Continue reading →

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The origin of ethnic slurs

Posted on February 4, 2008 by Ben

If you’re easily offended by racial slurs, do not read this. The intent of this post is to look at words targeting a certain populace is later on applied to a general population. I was reading my daily dose of … Continue reading →

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Nurses from the Philippines face charges after quitting jobs

Posted on January 18, 2008 by genghis

Ten Filipino nurses face criminal charges for quitting their jobs on grounds of conspiracy and child endangerment. Prosecutors allegedly claim the nurses jeopardized the lives of several terminally ill children they were in charge of watching. For months the nurses … Continue reading →

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Yul Kwon – ‘Survivor’ alum considers run for Lantos’ seat

Posted on January 16, 2008 by John

In today’s San Francisco Examiner, the newspaper reports that San Mateo, California resident Yul Kown may run for Congressman Tom Lantos’ open this fall in “‘Survivor alum’ considers run for Lantos’ seat“: “The 32-year-old registered Democrat said Tuesday that he … Continue reading →

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Asian Americans voters face discrimination

Posted on January 14, 2008 by John

As this year’s election heats up, it’s disturbing to read this Reuters article on “Asian Americans voters face discrimination“:   “ATLANTA (Reuters) – Asian American voters fear the discrimination some faced at polling stations in 2006 could resurface as they … Continue reading →

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Jackie Speier announces run for Congress

Posted on January 13, 2008 by John

Today in Foster City, California former Democratic California State Senate Jackie Speier announced her candidacy for the 12th U.S. Congressional district of California, in a bid to replace retiring Representative Tom Lantos for election November 2008. Why am I writing … Continue reading →

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Carmen Chu: Interim supervisor becomes permanent replacement for Ed Jew

Posted on January 12, 2008 by John

Today’s San Francisco Chronicle reports on Carmen Chu, who was installed as interim supervisor while Ed Jew was being investigated, has now accepted to remain permanently, as reported in “Interim supervisor becomes permanent replacement for Ed Jew“: “San Francisco Supervisor … Continue reading →

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SF Supervisor Ed Jew resigns

Posted on January 10, 2008 by Efren

Breaking news from the San Francisco Chronicle’s web portal, sfgate.com, that Ed Jew, the City supervisor who was accused of living in a different city while representing the predominantly Asian Sunset District, has resigned in exchange of San Francisco Mayor … Continue reading →

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