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What does the new immigration bill mean for women and families?

As Asian Pacific American Heritage Month comes to an end, and summer plans kick off, we as Asian American women must take the time to reflect what’s at stake for our families in the comprehensive immigration reform bill. Last week, the Senate Judiciary Committee voted S.744 out of committee and now...

The youngest in our community say yes to immigration reform

For the first time in many years, we have an opportunity to pass common sense immigration reform legislation. Last week, S. 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act, passed from the Senate Judiciary Committee in a bipartisan 13-5 vote. As the bill heads to...

The best way to celebrate API heritage month: Fighting for our families

I love the month of May. The flowers are in full bloom and the promise of beach days ahead is tantalizing. But there’s another reason May is so special – it’s a celebration of the heritage of Asian Pacific Americans and our long and diverse histories. Amidst the incredible diversity of Asian...

Asian Pride and Our Heavenly Citizenship

This story originally appeared in the Panda Mom Confessions blog . Photo: Meg and her friends As May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month, I would like to share with you some thoughts on my and my daughter's heritage. “Do you like being an Asian, Meg?” I asked my preteen daughter as we enjoyed Japanese-...