By Leland Cheung, Cambridge City Councilor Friday, Feb. 7, 2014, I stood with family and friends and kicked off my campaign for Lt. Governor. It was humbling to have their support, but now I need yours. The first thing you can do is watch this video where I share my vision for Massachusetts.
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Gov. Patrick Delivers State of Commonwealth Address
BOSTON – Tuesday, January 28, 2014 – In his State of the Commonwealth address, Governor Deval Patrick tonight pledged to continue the Administration’s proven strategy of investing in education, innovation and infrastructure to create job growth and economic opportunity across Massachusetts. The Governor discussed how this strategy has positioned Massachusetts as a national leader in… Continue reading Gov. Patrick Delivers State of Commonwealth Address
Boston Marches Forward as Year of Snake Ends
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Jan. 27, 2014, — The Chinese New Year of Horse starts this Friday, Jan. 31. It will bring an end of the Year of Snake which was full of dramatic events. Two bombs interrupted Boston Marathon in the afternoon of April 15 near the finish line on Boylston Street. The… Continue reading Boston Marches Forward as Year of Snake Ends
Carlos Arredondo and Jeff Bauman — Guests of First Lady at State of the Union Address
Washington, D.C. –- The following individuals will be seated in the box with the First Lady, Dr. Biden and Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President, at the State of the Union Address. More guests will be announced in the lead-up to the President’s State of the Union Address Tuesday night. Information about these guests… Continue reading Carlos Arredondo and Jeff Bauman — Guests of First Lady at State of the Union Address
Dangerous Tribute by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
By Cui Tiankai, China’s Ambassador to the USA (from china-embassy.org)Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s recent homage at the Yasukuni war shrine deeply disturbed people in China and much of Asia. The dispute surrounding his actions is about more than symbolism; it goes to the heart of his intentions for Japan’s future and his willingness to… Continue reading Dangerous Tribute by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Mayor Walsh Swears in as 54th Mayor of Boston, Appoints Key Staff Members
Boston, Jan. 6, 2013, — Before a crowd of thousands, including residents, supporters, political leaders, faith leaders and dignitaries, Mayor Martin J. Walsh this morning took the oath of office and was sworn in as the 54th Mayor of the City of Boston. In a ceremony that also included the swearing-in of the Boston City… Continue reading Mayor Walsh Swears in as 54th Mayor of Boston, Appoints Key Staff Members
“Xi’s Bun-Eating Mission” Draws Positive Comments from World Media
(from chinadaily.com.cn)Beijing, Dec. 29, 2013, — Chinese President Xi Jinping dropped in at a steamed bun restaurant in Beijing where he paid for his food and happily chatted with surprised customers on Saturday, Dec. 28, attracting wide attention from foreign media.
Chinese Consulate in San Francisco Damaged during New Year’s Day Arson Attack
China on Thursday urged the United States to take “effective measures” to protect its diplomatic institutions and staff, and prevent similar incidents following an arson attack on a Chinese consulate-general. The front entrance of the Chinese consulate general in San Francisco was set on fire in an attack on Wednesday night. Chen Gang / China… Continue reading Chinese Consulate in San Francisco Damaged during New Year’s Day Arson Attack
Letter from State Senator Brownsberger to ABC President Paul Lee
Hung Goon, Winner of CCBA-NE and CNC Elections
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Dec. 6, 2013, — In two elections over three days in Boston Chinatown at beginning of this month, Mr. Hung Goon came out as a winner. In the Dec. 3 CCBA-NE election, Hung Good won 23 votes from CCBA-NE board members, edging Simon Chan’s 21 votes. The Chinatown Neighborhood Council… Continue reading Hung Goon, Winner of CCBA-NE and CNC Elections