Print Issue: 2019

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Commentary & Opinions

Reflections: The P.C. Was the Driving Force Behind the DMV Win

By John Saito Jr.

April 5, 2019

The story didn’t appear on the front page. It didn’t even come with a byline. The article simply noted it…
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Community

French Camp Recognizes 2019 Scholarship Winners and Installs New Officers

March 22, 2019

On a warm Saturday afternoon, the French Camp chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League held its 70th annual Installation…
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Features

Did You Know? Everything About JA History in Utah

By Alex Hirai

March 22, 2019

Salt Lake City’s Japanese Church of Christ Red Cross volunteers are pictured in 1923. (Photo: Courtesy of the JCC) Set…
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Features

Not All Bridges Are Created Equally

By Rob Buscher

March 22, 2019

View from the scenic train in Aizu. (Photo: Rob Buscher) Having just returned from Japan as a chaperone for Kakehashi…
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Arts & Entertainment

‛Norman Mineta and His Legacy: An American Story’

March 22, 2019

The documentary based on the statesman’s life premieres May 20 on PBS. SAN FRANCISCO — “Norman Mineta and His Legacy:…
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AARP

Reimagine Everything: Listen Up: Hearing Loss Is Too Important to Ignore!

By Ron Mori

March 22, 2019

Most older adults believe a person’s hearing and quality of life are  strongly connected, and many  believe their hearing could…
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National

Save the Date: COPANI (Pan American Nikkei Convention) 2019

March 22, 2019

The international convention is set to be held in San Francisco’s Japantown the weekend of Sept 20-22. SAN FRANCISCO —…
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Aizumi

A Mother’s Take: The Greatest of These Is Love

By Marsha Aizumi

March 22, 2019

Last month, a special session was called within the United Methodist Conference to specifically address the issue of LGBTQ individuals…
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Commentary & Opinions

Legal-Ease: An Attorney’s Perspective: Making Ends Meet

By Judd Matsunaga

March 22, 2019

Here’s a frightening statistic: More than 25 million Americans aged 60-plus are economically insecure, which means that millions of seniors…
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Community

2018-19 George and Sakaye Aratani ‘Community Advancement Research Endowment’ Awards Given

By P.C. Staff

March 22, 2019

The UCLA Asian American Studies Center is pleased to announce on March 12 that 15 community groups and individuals have…
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Commentary & Opinions

Ode to Spring (Campaign)

By Ron Kuramoto

March 22, 2019

Ah, spring! Spring is a time of renewal,  rebirth and reconnecting. Like  baseball, spring also means a fresh, new beginning…
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JACL

Plans Are Underway for the 2019 National JACL Convention

By Floyd Mori

March 8, 2019

By Floyd Mori Salt Lake City will once again be the host city for the National JACL Convention in 2019,…
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Incarceration & Redress

HMWF Set to Honor Legendary Newsman Tom Brokaw

By Ray Locker

March 8, 2019

Brokaw will receive the foundation’s LaDonna Zall Compassionate Witness Award. Tom Brokaw, the legendary NBC broadcaster and author, will receive…
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AARP

Reimagine Everything: The Importance of Family Caregivers in Patient Outcomes

By Ron Mori

March 8, 2019

By Ron Mori [dropcap]F[/dropcap]rom now through April 15, AARP Primary care providers agree that family caregivers play a vital role…
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Community

CCDC District Holds Annual Day of Remembrance and Officer Installation

By Roberta Barton

March 8, 2019

By Roberta Barton Guests attending the CCDC Annual Day of Remembrance and Officer Installation at the Fresno County Historical Museum…
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Community

New England JACL Holds Two DOR Events

March 8, 2019

‘The Collective Power of Rhythm’ and ‘American Sutra’ both feature intimate discussions regarding race and social issues. The New England…
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