2020 Census Shows Increase in Multiracial Population in All Age Categories
Among those who reported Two or More Races (referred to in this story as Multiracial) 32.5% were under age 18 in 2020.
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FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equity and Opportunity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities Across the Country
Since day one of this Administration, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have prioritized the advancement of opportunity, equity, and safety for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) communities to realize the full promise of our nation. Throughout Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Biden-Harris … Read more
One-in-Six Asian American Voters in 2022 Reported Feeling Threatened When Voting While Non-Voters Say Better Candidates and Information Would Entice Them to Vote
Asian Americans Advancing Justice – AAJC’s (Advancing Justice – AAJC) latest poll breaks new ground and builds on previous polls of Asian American voters by getting at the heart of what motivates Asian Americans to vote—and what prevents some Asian Americans from voting.
Democrats in Congress reintroduce bill to break down mental health stigmas among Asian Americans
Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have faced “a growing mental health crisis in recent years,” including youth suicides, said Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif.
Ming-Tung “Mike” Lee Appointed President of Sonoma State University
The California State University (CSU) Board of Trustees has appointed Ming-Tung “Mike” Lee to serve as president of Sonoma State University. Lee has served as the university’s interim president since August 2022.
Meng Introduces Legislation to Make Diwali a Federal Holiday
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), First Vice Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, announced today that she introduced the Diwali Day Act, a bill to make Diwali a federal holiday.