Asian Americans favored Democrats by wide margin in high-profile races, exit polls say
“What we see among Asian Americans is really this fairly reliable, moderate Democratic bloc,” professor Janelle Wong said.
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CEC 26 passes anti-Asian racism resolution for public schools to implement citywide
On Oct. 21, CEC 26 — which covers the neighborhoods of Bayside, Flushing, Little Neck, Douglaston, Floral Park, Bellerose, Glen Oaks, Queens Village and Jamaica — voted to make mandatory anti-Asian racism measures for schools.
Asian Americans push for more representation during redistricting
Asian Americans are the fastest growing racial or ethnic group in the U.S., and despite their linguistic, economic and political diversity, have become a powerful voting bloc.
Governor Murphy Establishes Asian American Pacific Islander Commission
Governor Phil Murphy today signed A-5737/S-3763 into law establishing the Asian American Pacific Islander Commission within the Department of State. The commission is charged with developing policies to address the social and economic needs of the growing Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in New Jersey. Under this new law, the commission will be required … Read more
Asian Americans Are Being Denied Mortgages At ‘Surprising’ Rates Despite Strong Credit
As Asian Americans grow in population, so has the number of those buying homes. Yet their home ownership rates, along with other communities of color, still significantly lag white households — 57% in the case of Asian American households in 2018, compared with 72% for their white cohort.
Diwali takes on new meaning for Indian Americans whose loved ones died of Covid
“When I see this evil, we have to take it away and bring the light to us, to everyone, as a family,” his wife who is the festival director said.