Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders

The story of how President Obama and the Democratic Party improved the prospects for my future—and the future of AAPIs and immigrants as a whole—is one that I want to be part of my own personal narrative. This is the only storyline that will cut through the uncertainty. Now, more than ever, it’s AAPI Decision Time.

On June 7, 2012, Korean American community leaders congregated in D.C. for the first White House briefing for Korean American leaders across the country. This being the first White House briefing for the Korean American community, the event was extremely informative and engaging.

Last Friday, President Barack Obama met with Philippine President Benigno S. Aquino III in the Oval Office. They discussed recent updates in the South China Sea and reaffirmed many partnerships and agreements that the United States and the Philippines have worked on.

Anh Phan writes, ''I'm a Democrat because I've always felt that lifting others up lifts me up too. My progressive values regarding social justice, women's health, and the greatness of this country are best represented by the Democratic Party.''