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Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders

The enduring relationship between Democrats and the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community results from a long history of shared values and respect for community and individual opportunity. AAPI Americans are among the fastest-growing demographic groups in the country, with more than 13 million citizens nationwide. Democrats are united with the AAPI community to improve our schools, spur job creation and economic growth, and ensure that everyone can participate equally in our society.

During his campaign for president, many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders recognized Barack Obama’s uniquely personal understanding of issues important to the AAPI community. Born in Hawaii, the President also spent time growing up in Indonesia—experiences that contributed to his deep-rooted Democratic values of pluralism, hard work, family, spirituality, education, and security.

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Setting the Record Straight on Small Business

After 23 consecutive months of job growth and the signing of 18 small business tax cuts, it should be clear that President Obama and the Democratic Party understand the vital role small businesses play in our economy. After all, small businesses have been responsible for 2 out of every 3 new jobs in the U.S. and employ half of workers in the U.S. That is why the President has kept small businesses in mind with every piece of legislation that has come to his desk.

Statement from DNC Vice Chair & DNC AAPI Caucus Chair on Hoekstra’s Superbowl Ad

The DNC's Rep. Mike Honda and Bel Leong-Hong released statements on Pete Hoekstra's racially charged Super Bowl ad.

Progressive AAPI Organizations Host State of the Union Watch Party in Washington, DC

On January 24, six different progressive Asian American Pacific Islander organizations hosted a State of the Union Watch Party in Washington, D.C.’s Logan Circle neighborhood.
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November 13th, 2011
President Obama hosts 19th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit
President Obama flew to his hometown of Honolulu, Hawaii, to host 20 other Asia-Pacific countries. Under his chairmanship, leaders agreed on measures to increase and expand economic growth, job creation, and trade and investment in the region.
October 14th, 2011
White House Initiative Two-Year Anniversary: Town Halls on Jobs and Housing and Virtual Youth Town
The White House Initiative on AAPIs recently celebrated their Two-Year Anniversary by holding a Town Hall on Jobs and Housing and a Virtual Youth Town Hall in Clark County, Nevada.
September 27th, 2011
POTUS meeting with Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus
The President met with members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) for the first time. Together, they discussed health disparities and the positive impact of the Affordable Care Act.
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