In an election race this close, Asian American voters have become a force
Asian Americans are the fastest growing-voting group in the country. That means parties are courting them in tight races in states like Pennsylvania.
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Harris' candidacy could raise Asian American turnout in North Carolina, group says
For Asian-American voters, the vice president’s candidacy gives them a chance to see someone who looks like them on the ballot, says Jimmy Patel-Nguyen with North Carolina Asian Americans Together.
AAPI voting has increased in North Carolina, but barriers remain
Voting by Asian American and Pacific Islanders in North Carolina surged during the 2020 election, but there are still barriers to turnout. WFDD's Paul Garber spoke with Jimmy Patel Nguyen, the state communications director for North Carolina Asian Americans Together (NCAAT) on the topic.
AAPI Caucuses provide voice for Asians in UNC system
Earlier in May the University of North Carolina System's Asian-American Pacific Islander Caucus celebrated AAPI Heritage Month. Two-thirds of members surveyed shared a too common experience — they’ve been victims of harassment, intimidation or discrimination because of their race or ethnicity.
A Korean American connects her past and future through photography
Through her work, photographer Arin Yoon re-examines her connection to the U.S., reconsidering histories while exploring her connection to the landscape, her children and their past and future selves.
New book has ideas and itineraries for exploring Winston-Salem
Local writer and editor Tina Firesheets has written a book titled 100 Things to Do in Winston-Salem Before You Die.
Patrick Shiroishi's music moves a Japanese American saga forward
The saxophonist and composer resisted his Japanese American heritage for decades. He now funnels that painful and triumphant personal history into a string of vital records.
K-Pop stars BTS went to the White House to talk about anti-Asian hate crimes
K-Pop stars BTS met with President Biden Tuesday to talk about inclusion and representation. There's been an increase in hate crimes against Asian Americans and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders.
A year later, Atlanta remembers the 8 people killed in spa shootings
The anniversary of the shooting spree that killed eight people, six of whom were women of Asian descent, will take place Tuesday. Organizers are planning rallies around the country.