A statistical storm: data disaggregation and the debate over AAPI identity
For years, efforts to disaggregate Asian American and Pacific Islander data have been slowed by community infighting, government bureaucracy, and bitter debates over identity. But as demand for quality data surges, supporters have reason to hope for movement on the decades-old issue.
Voters oust San Francisco school board members in historic race that galvanized AAPIs
The city’s first Pacific Islander elected leader was one of three officials recalled in Tuesday’s high-stakes special election, which featured a surge in AAPI activism.
AAPI PACs gear up for midterm battles with early fundraising
Liberal political action committees are beginning to roll out endorsements as they seek to preserve Democrats' fragile control of Congress.
Politics briefing: Biden's AANHPI advisory commission takes shape
Also this week: Kahele reportedly mulls gubernatorial run; Republicans grill Kato; tracking PAC $$; state AAPI history mandates gain traction.
White House unveils picks for AANHPI advisory commission
The Biden administration’s picks for the panel include seasoned community activists, health experts, and a former Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus chair.
White House Initiative on AANHPIs set to pursue an ‘aggressive’ agenda
The nation’s top trade official Katherine Tai will help lead the office as it returns to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with an expanded mandate.
Politics briefing: 'We are not drowning, we are fighting'
Also this week: 2021 election recap; Senate gears up for final vote on Sung; bill honoring Mineta faces hurdles.
Bruce Harrell becomes Seattle’s first elected Asian American mayor after bitter campaign
The Black and Japanese lawyer is set to pursue an agenda shaped by moderate Democratic values following a race that featured clashes on policing, homelessness, and housing.
Michelle Wu elected first woman, Asian American mayor of Boston in landmark vote
The daughter of Taiwanese immigrants and one of the cycle’s most watched candidates sailed to victory with a mandate to reimagine city government.
Politics briefing: Asian candidates seek to shatter barriers in high-profile races
Also this week: Dems clinch majority in CNMI House; anti-bullying summit; San Francisco's recall fever; Garland pressured on China Initiative.