SACRAMENTO, March 17, 2014 -—Assembly Speaker John A. Pérez (D-Los Angeles) and Senator Ed Hernandez (D-West Covina) released a joint statement regarding the return of Senate Constitutional Amendment No. 5 to its house of origin at the request of the author, and the creation of a bicameral commission on issues surrounding recruitment, admissions, and retention… Continue reading Statement Explains Why SCA-5 Was Sent back to the CA Senate Today
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BayHelix Releases Statement “Vehemently Opposing” SCA-5
Decades ago, many of our members came to the United States attracted by the belief that this is the land where “all men are created equal” and her citizens and residents are endowed with certain unalienable rights including the rights to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” At that time, we were fortunately given… Continue reading BayHelix Releases Statement “Vehemently Opposing” SCA-5
Swimmer Helen Zhou of Westford Made to Team USA
By Justine Wang, bostonese.com Boston, March 15, 2014, — Helen Zhou of Westford, Mass. was recently named to 2014 U.S. 12 and Under National squad by USA Synchro following selection trials in Pleasant Hills, Calif. Eleven-year-old Helen Zhou is a 7th grader at Westford Stony Brook middle school. Helen with her coach Svetlana Malinovskaya, who… Continue reading Swimmer Helen Zhou of Westford Made to Team USA
Notes from SCA-5 Meeting with Assemblywoman Joan Buchanan
By Crystal Lu Sacramento, CA, March 14, 2013, –About 20 representatives of Chinese Americans from Tri-Valley, mostly from San Ramon, met with Assemblywoman Joan Buchanan today. We had an interactive, delightful conversation.
Niu Niu Delivers Amazing Performance with Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, March 14, 2014, — Niu Niu made his debut performance as an International Concert Artist (ICA) contract pianist in Balgrade, Serbia on March 7. His performance with Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the finest in the country, drew rave reviews from critics and standing ovation from the audience. Niu Niu… Continue reading Niu Niu Delivers Amazing Performance with Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra
QARI to Offer Free Legal Clinics Starting March 24
Boston, March 12, 2014, — Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) will host a free monthly legal clinic addressing individual concerns over immigration law, landlord/tenant law, family law, personal injury and criminal issues.
Community Forum to Discuss Helping Children Balance Stress and Success
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, March 13, 2014, — Over-stress on teenagers is a serious issue. Many parents are very concerned with it. Seventeen-year-old Roee Grutman of Newton Mass. committed suicide at home on Feb. 6 this year. Roee posted this picture on Instagram the day before he died.
Boston to Host 2014 Badminton Nationals
Boston, March 12, 2014, –USA Badminton has awarded the right to host Adult Nationals competition to the Massachusetts Badminton Association (MassBad). It will be held at the Boston Badminton Club on the last weekend in March, March 28-30. Badminton has been gaining popularity in greater Boston area over past 20 years as the Asian population… Continue reading Boston to Host 2014 Badminton Nationals
Cupertino City Council to Hold Special Meeting and Hold on SCA-5 Is Requested by Senators
March 11, 2014, SACRAMENTO – Senators Ted Lieu, (D-Redondo Beach), Carol Liu (D- La Cañada/Flintridge) and Leland Yee (San Francisco/San Mateo) today requested Assembly Speaker John Pérez hold Senate Constitutional Amendment 5 (SCA-5) to allow more time to discuss its potential impacts with stakeholders and the Asian Pacific Islander community. State Senator Ted Lieu (from… Continue reading Cupertino City Council to Hold Special Meeting and Hold on SCA-5 Is Requested by Senators
Harvard Lectures Mark Third Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake
Boston, March 11, 2014, — Today is the third Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. There are a number of activities in the greater Boston area marking this anniversary. US Secretary of State John Kerry also issued a statement today. The following is information about a couple lectures at Harvard University today and statement… Continue reading Harvard Lectures Mark Third Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake