President Biden Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of 9-11

By President Biden On this 9-11 like every 9-11, I’m thinking about my friend Davis who I grew up with in Delaware. On this day 20 years ago, he and his family had just passed the first year without their youngest of three sons Teddy who died in a boating accident at age 15, and… Continue reading President Biden Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of 9-11

Suffolk County Sheriff Tompkins Endorses Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston

August, 31, 2021, Boston — Suffolk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins has endorsed Michelle Wu for Mayor, citing her commitment to the communities of Boston and economic justice for all. Wu and Tompkins have known one another for nearly a decade and worked together to elect Senator Elizabeth Warren. They have continued to share policy priorities… Continue reading Suffolk County Sheriff Tompkins Endorses Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston

MA Governor Baker Urges Caution Ahead of Hurricane Henri

BOSTON – Governor Charlie Baker today is urging the people of the Commonwealth to prepare for Hurricane Henri, which is expected to affect much of the Commonwealth beginning Saturday night into Monday, including the potential for strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and power outages. The Baker-Polito Administration is advising everyone to avoid unnecessary travel and for those… Continue reading MA Governor Baker Urges Caution Ahead of Hurricane Henri

The RMB: A Reserve Currency for the Future?

By Jing Guan, bostonese.com columnist China has been blamed for America’s debt crisis while, at the same time, trying to gradually increase the value of the RMB. However, RMB appreciation alone is not the answer to America’s debt crisis. Many economists, including Noble Prize Laureate Joseph Stiglitz, argue for a new global reserve currency. The… Continue reading The RMB: A Reserve Currency for the Future?

Reps Raskin and Chu Hold Roundtable with Chinese American Scientists

Dr. Xiaoxing Xi and Sherry Chen Recounted Their False Arrests and Prosecution by the FBI and Department of Justice June 30, 2021, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Jamie Raskin, Chair of the Oversight Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, and Representative Judy Chu, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), held a roundtable entitled “Researching while… Continue reading Reps Raskin and Chu Hold Roundtable with Chinese American Scientists

UNITE HERE NEJB Endorses Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston

June 29, 2021, Boston —  UNITE HERE New England Joint Board (NEJB) today announced their endorsement of City Councilor At-Large Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston, an important endorsement from a union representing thousands of workers in he textile, garment, manufacturing, warehousing, laundry, human service, and hospitality industries across the city and state. Calling her… Continue reading UNITE HERE NEJB Endorses Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston

Virtual Programs of 42nd Annual Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival

Boston, June 8, 2021, — The 42nd Annual Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival will be celebrated via virtual programs on Sunday, June 13, 12:00 PM. the virtual programs will showcase local, state and international leaders’ well-wishes, greetings from dragon boat racing teams, colorful Asian cultural performances by local, national and international groups, and memorable moments… Continue reading Virtual Programs of 42nd Annual Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival