Beijing, July 26, 2015, /cntv.cn/ — Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Potsdam Declaration, a document issued by China, the United States and Britain on July 26, 1945 in demand of Japan’s unconditional surrender, and was accepted by Japan in the 1945 Japanese Instrument of Surrender, signed on the deck of USS Missouri in… Continue reading Japan’s Commitment to Pacifist Constitution Questioned 70 Years after Potsdam Declaration
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Lindy Li’s Campaign for US Congress Enjoys Early Fundraising Success
By Eric Wu, bostonese.com Philadelphia, July 24, 2015, — Lindy Li updated her Lindy Li for U.S. Congress Facebook page to thank her supporter for their contributions on July 17. “Starting in late May, together we raised $128,235 in about just 5 weeks. A total of 488 donors contributed to our campaign, with some giving… Continue reading Lindy Li’s Campaign for US Congress Enjoys Early Fundraising Success
CYPN Hosts Seminar by Councilor Wu
Interested in local politics? As an Asian American have you wondered what it takes to make an political impact? Wait no further! On August 14 CYPN invites you to join our seminar with Michelle Wu, the most successful Asian American politician in Boston. Right after graduation from Harvard Law School in 2012, Michelle got elected… Continue reading CYPN Hosts Seminar by Councilor Wu
Hillarynomics = Socialism?
By Sun Chenghao, assistant research fellow, Institute of American Studies at China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations Hillary Clinton is seeking the Democrat Party’s nomination for US President in 2016. She unveiled her economic plan on July 13 at the New School in New York City. To the surprise of no one, there was nothing… Continue reading Hillarynomics = Socialism?
First in the Nation — MA Home Care Workers to Win $15/hour Starting Wage
Boston, June 26, 2015, — Tears of joy streaked the faces of cheering home care workers assembled in their Dorchester union hall on Thursday afternoon as a decades-long struggle for recognition and a living wage culminated in a historic moment of celebration.
The Supreme Court Upholds Critical Part of the Affordable Care Act
(Note: White House released the following Fact Sheet after the Supreme Court upheld critical part of the Affordable Care Act on June 25, 2015.) After nearly a century of work, after decades of trying, after a year of sustained debate, President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act into law in 2010. Since then, health reform… Continue reading The Supreme Court Upholds Critical Part of the Affordable Care Act
Boston and Over 450 Cities Around the World Rally Against Monsanto and GMO
By Xinming Li, bostonese.com Boston, May 24, 2015, — Protests against Monsanto and GMO erupted around the globe in over 450 cities around the world yesterday. Protests in Boston demanded clear labeling of genetically modified (GMO) food, which is the standard practice in many European countries. “OMG, GMO! We don’t want you poisonous seeds,” shouted… Continue reading Boston and Over 450 Cities Around the World Rally Against Monsanto and GMO
Hongbing Tang on Ballot in Today’s Boxboro Town Election
By Eric Wu, bostonese.com Boxboro, Mass., May 18, 2015, — The Annual Town Election is being held today at Boxboro Town Hall, 29 Middle Road. Eight candidates are on this year’s ballot, including Chinese American candidate for planning board Ms. Hongbing Tang in this quiet bedroom town at the intersection of I-495 and route 2.… Continue reading Hongbing Tang on Ballot in Today’s Boxboro Town Election
Chinese Americans Rally in Front of MA State House in Support of NYPD Officer Liang
By Eric Wu, bostonese.com Boston, April 27, 2015, — Dozens of Chinese Americans rallied in front of MA State House Sunday afternoon to protest serious charges filed against NYPD Officer Peter Liang after he accidentally shot a Black man Akai Gurley dead in a NYC housing project. Rookie Officer Liang was indicted with second degree… Continue reading Chinese Americans Rally in Front of MA State House in Support of NYPD Officer Liang
Prime Minister Abe Arrives Boston for Week-long Visit to the U.S.
By Victor Chen, bostonese.com Boston, April 26, 2015, — Mayor Martin J. Walsh will host Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan on Monday, April 27 as the Prime Minister and Mrs. Abe pay their respects to the victims and survivors of the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing. This event will take place at 7:30 AM at… Continue reading Prime Minister Abe Arrives Boston for Week-long Visit to the U.S.