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Asian American Attacked, Forced to Say “I Love America”

A 22-year-old Asian American man reported to the police of Boulder City, CO. that a Caucasian man hit him in the face, insulted... more

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Asian Americans for Obama

Asian Americans Likely Favor Obama, Could Affect Outcome of Presidential Election, Says Nat'l Survey While many Asian... more

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Joyside's video "SPY" (they are on current tv) - YEAH this one rocks.

Everyone has sceen Joyside on Current TV. Enjoy their song and Video.. SPY I liked the guitar in this song. Again, they... more

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Joyside's video "music sucks" (they are on current tv)

On march of 2001, the band was formed in a dankish basement in the north of Beijing city. Aftre 3 years,the four lazy dizzy guys... more

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Man-Faye ... sex symbol? Hero? Some people think so.

he Man-Faye is an internet-made folklore hero to Crossdressers everywhere. Brought into creation by a man's obsession over... more

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McCain - A Hero For Vietnamese Americans

As young Vietnamese Americans, some of us grew up listening to our parents tell us bedtime stories of the war; the rest of us experienced our history firsthand as we watched our parents being taken away to re-education camps and special economic zones. We share those common stories of struggle that shaped our community presence in America – the fight for freedom of South Vietnam, the arrest and executions of our relatives during and after the war, the mass exodus of the free Viet people, and the suffering of those who are left behind.

Some may call it a burden, but we take pride in treasuring that part of our history. We understand the price of freedom and what it means to sacrifice for the love of one’s country. And we will stand with the leader who lives and leads by such values and who inspires us all to serve a cause greater than our self-interest.

We have found such a leader in John McCain.

Senator McCain’s life symbolizes the timeless quintessential American story. A man of courage and compassion, McCain has the character and leadership of the next American president. Like the South Vietnamese struggle for democracy, McCain epitomizes our community’s values of patriotism, compassion, hope and freedom.

We seize upon his candidacy with immense pride – yet we haven’t discussed it often with individuals outside of our community.

The future of our democracy lies with our young citizens who honor the sacrifices of those who stand ready when their country needs them. As a young American naval aviator, McCain fought heroically in Vietnam to protect American honor and values; in doing so, he fought for our freedom as well. Captured by the enemy and badly hurt, McCain rejected the Viet Cong’s offer of an early release and demanded that every man arrested before him be released. As a result, he was imprisoned and tortured for five and a half years. In making that first courageous choice, McCain has shown his unwavering faith, strong character, and leadership ability early on in his life.

(continued below)As young Vietnamese Americans, some of us grew up listening to our parents tell us bedtime stories of the war; the rest of us... more

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3 months ago

A Pale Shade of Yellow

Here and Now is an ediitorial describing the experiences of growing up in an intolerant community. I discuss alienation,... more

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6 months ago

Comcast Drops AZN Network

As of April 9th, the only Asian channel offered on Comcast Cable, AZN, was cancelled due to lack of financing and, apparently,... more

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8 months ago

Notorious MSG - Chinatown Hustler

this opened the night at Music Video Asia 2008 @ SF Asian American Film Fest. Yah, imagine this on a big screen with bangin... more

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9 months ago

Yul Kwon loves Obama

Survivor Champion Yul Kwon talks to Asian Americans in San Francisco about why they support Barack Obama's candidacy.

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9 months ago

The Emergence of a new Clinton Coalition

The results of Super Tuesday primaries left the democratic race where it started --a near even split of delegates for Obama and... more

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10 months ago

Where is the Asian American Voice?

Recent highlights of demographics in early presidential primary states seem to ignore the Asian Pacific American (APA) votes. Discussions in mainstream media focus on the importance of African American, Hispanic, women, and Catholic votes, and make no mention of Asian Americans. Asian Americans often appeared to be an afterthought when raised by leading presidential candidates.

Given the political polarization, one would think APAs would be kingmakers in the 2008 election. For example, APIAvote.org noted that APAs constituted 6.1% of the electorate in Nevada, a swing state that Bush won by 2.5% in 2004. In 2006, Sen. Jim Webb (D-VA) narrowly beat Sen. George Allen by some 7,000 votes largely because he solidly carried the 160,000 potential APA votes in Virginia. Asian Americans make up about 4-6% of the population and polls after polls show both parties running neck in neck with only a few percentage separating them. Why is the APA voting bloc still being ignored? How can we raise our profile as a community so that APA votes matter and are courted by the candidates?

First comes the why and I think there are several factors. 1) Perception: APAs are perceived as a fractured community with no unifying voice to forcefully deliver their message. 2) Political Apathy: Although APAs make up 4-6% of the population, the number of actual registered voters are minuscule, making them a less potent force in swing states. 3) Non-monolithic Voters: 2004 presidential exit polls showed APA votes were almost evenly split in key states between Bush and Kerry, making them an unreliable voting bloc by either party.

The 2008 election cycle offers the APA community the opportunity to change the dynamics. It is inherent in the Asian culture to stay neutral to promote harmony and not take risks, fearful of betting on the losing party. We cannot afford to be timid anymore. This is the time when APAs must take a political stand publically and fight for candidates and party that share their issues, values and concerns. Second, APAs must pull their resources together and demonstrate that they can deliver for their candidates and party. Finally, first generation and older APAs who are citizens must exercise their rights and vote to ensure the voice of future APA generations is heard.Recent highlights of demographics in early presidential primary states seem to ignore the Asian Pacific American (APA) votes.... more

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