Asian American Pacific Islander Democratic Caucus of Arkansas
The AAPI Democratic Caucus of AR works to represent and support the political rights and interests of Arkansans of Asian and Pacific Islander descent.
The mission of the AAPI Democratic Caucus of Arkansas is to represent and reinforce Democratic ideals, turn red counties and districts to blue, and recruit, train, and support Democratic candidates within AAPI communities to run for public office. Asian Americans are the fastest growing minority population in the United States and with over $1 trillion in spending power. It is crucial to identify
02/02/2023
February is , but is our shared history and it should be acknowledged, studied, and celebrated all year round.
"Welcome to Black History Month. Black History is our history, White, Black, Asian, Spanish-Speaking and Native American, Everyone, our people."
23/01/2023
Happy Lunar New Year!
The McCarran-Walter Act of 1952 granted all Asian Americans the right to become citizens and vote.
04/05/2022
Norm Mineta was a lifelong advocate for fellow Asian American Pacific Islanders. He fought for AAPI representation in government and himself served as a mayor, congressman and Cabinet secretary.
Secretary Mineta passed away today in Maryland. Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones. We celebrate his contributions to our community and our country as a whole. Rest in Peace.
Norman Mineta, transportation secretary who helped create TSA, dies at 90 The former California congressman also fought for reparations for Japanese Americans who, like him, had been in internment camps during World War II.
02/05/2022
May is Asian American Pacific Heritage Month. NPR has a great piece on why we celebrate in May and how the recognitio month was created.
Thank you, Bev Lindsey for sharing with us!
The story behind Asian Pacific American Heritage, and why it's celebrated in May May marks the beginning of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This year's theme is Advancing Leaders Through Collaboration.
02/02/2022
The history of Black Americans is the history of America. Democrats stand united in celebration of the triumphs, and in recognition of the tragedies, that are equally part of the history of Black America. So it is not surprising that this year Arkansas finds itself face to face with some stark realities.
The work of delivering equality under the law for every American continues, but so, too, does the work of banishing bigotry and hatred from American life. We’re still seeing threats that feel all too familiar.
This morning’s bomb threats against America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities, including Philander Smith College and Arkansas Baptist College here in Arkansas, are an unsurprising reminder that this work must continue.
📄Check out this note about Black History Month from the desk of DPA Chair Grant Tennille: https://bit.ly/3IT25aT
02/02/2022
Happy Year of the Tiger! 🐅
Lunar New Year is celebrated in Asian countries and by Americans of descent. Overall, about 1.5 billion people across the world take part in the festivities.
2022 is the Year of the Tiger – a symbol of bravery, courage and strength. The tiger is an uplifting animal that gives people hope, especially during the pandemic.
Happy ! Gong xi fa cai!🏮
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