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President Trump Proclaims Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
 
President Donald Trump, who unlike past presidents did not commemorate Lunar New Year, issued a proclamation declaring May Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

“Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have distinguished themselves in the arts, literature, and sports. They are leading researchers in science, medicine, and technology; dedicated teachers to our Nation’s children; innovative farmers and ranchers; and distinguished lawyers and government leaders,” the proclamation read.

President Trump singled out Olympian Sammy Lee, a Korean American who in 1948 became the first Asian American man to win an Olympic gold medal with his victory on the diving platform.

The President also mentioned Katherine Sui Fun Cheung, the first Chinese American woman to earn a pilot’s license in 1932.

Rep Judy Chu (D-CA), chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, also marked the occasion.

“The incredible growth and vitality of this community can be found in so many different sectors – from small business owners to medical professionals to military service members and public servants,” she said in a statement “We have also seen this growth in our very own Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, where we now have a historic high of 18 AAPI Members of Congress! Together, the Asian American and Pacific Islander community has the power to make our voices heard on a wide range of issues – from keeping immigrant families together and denouncing hate violence to protecting the civil and constitutional rights of all Americans.”

 

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