Print Issue: 2018

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Commentary & Opinions

Legal-Ease: An Attorney’s Perspective: What Happens If …

By Staci Yamashita-Iida

February 9, 2018

By Staci Yamashita-Iida, Esq. [dropcap]M[/dropcap]y grade school teacher always used to tell me, “There is no such thing as a…
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Asakawa

Nikkei Voice: If a Baseball Team Can Change, Can’t We Get Rid of Racist Kids’ Costumes?

By Gil Asakawa

February 9, 2018

By Gil Asakawa [dropcap]R[/dropcap]ecently, I was heartened to see the news that the Cleveland Indians Major League Baseball team is…
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Community

Assemblymembers Al Muratsuchi and Joint Author Assembly Majority Chair Ian Calderon Announce Bill Establishing Surfing as Official California Sport

By P.C. Staff

February 9, 2018

TORRANCE, Calif. — Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance) and Joint Author Assembly Majority Leader Ian Calderon (D-Whittier) announced Jan. 17 the…
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Military & Veterans

GFBNEC Awarded Grants From Aratani Foundation and Keiro

By P.C. Staff

February 9, 2018

The funds will support and expand public education on Nisei WWII veterans’ legacy. LOS ANGELES — Go for Broke National…
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Arts & Entertainment

The Eaton Collection ‘Contested Histories’ Is Now on Display at JANM

January 26, 2018

Once the subject of a controversial auction, the Allen Hendershott Eaton Collection is now on view in Los Angeles. LOS…
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JACL

‘Actions Can Be in Any Quantity to Effect Change’

By Carol Kawase

January 26, 2018

By Carol Kawase, NCWNP governor AKEMASHITE OMEDETOU! Welcoming the New Year of the Earth Dog comes with the astrologist’s communique…
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JACL

New Year’s Reminiscing

By Chip Larouche

January 26, 2018

By Chip Larouche, PNWDC governor Happy New Year everybody! I certainly hope this edition of the Pacific Citizen finds you…
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JACL

‘We need to give generously not only of our time but of our treasure’

By Betsy Sato

January 26, 2018

By Betsy Sato, MDC governor It’s been a busy year in the MDC. We had two all-district meetings — Omaha…
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AARP

Disrupt Everything: Support Increases for Caregivers

By Scott Tanaka

January 26, 2018

By Scott Tanaka I am grateful to be able write again for this first issue of the new year! I…
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JACL

‘JACL Has Many Great Opportunities Ahead’ in 2018

By Matthew Farrells

January 26, 2018

By Matt Farrells, VP Planning & Development Happy New Year! I wish everyone a healthy and prosperous new year. As…
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JACL

IDC Is Re-Energized for 2018

By Janet Komoto

January 26, 2018

By Janet Komoto, IDC governor Happy New Year of the Dog for those of you reading this! First of all,…
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JACL

Engaging JACL Membership in 2018

By Haruka Roudebush

January 26, 2018

By Haruka Roudebush, VP of Membership and Services Happy New Year to our JACL community in 2018! I look forward…
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JACL

Let’s Continue the Work That Exemplifies the Vision of JACL

By Roberta Barton

January 26, 2018

By Roberta Barton, CCDC Governor Looking back on 2017, I am proud of what was accomplished by the Central California…
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JACL

Now Is the Time to Shape a More Just and Merciful 2018

By Kenji Kuramitsu

January 26, 2018

By Kenji Kuramitsu, NY/SC representative I often open the New Year alongside trusted friends, inviting meaningful reflection on things that…
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JACL

One Year Later, Our Drive Remains

By Kota Mizutani

January 26, 2018

By Kota Mizutani, NY/SC chair Happy New Year! あけましておめでとう! As we all delve into 2018, it’s been helpful for me…
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JACL

‘Continued Tight Fiscal Restraint’ Necessary to Ensure Stable Financial Position in 2018

By Alan Nishi

January 26, 2018

By Alan Nishi, secretary/treasurer It has been a while since my last financial report to the membership at July’s National…
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