Print Issue: 2026

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Community

The Government Made Them Neighbors, Their Connection Made Them Family

By Matthew Marumoto

March 6, 2026

The shared memories of the Gila River Indian Community and Japanese Americans By Matthew Marumoto, JACL Daniel K. Inouye Fellow…
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Features

Day of Remembrance 2026

By Gil Asakawa

March 6, 2026

A folded crane with the words “End Racism” and “Stop Asian Hate” on display during the S.F. DOR observance event…
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JACL

JACL Staff Cuts,
Latest Budget Woes Revealed

By P.C. Staff

March 6, 2026

Feb. 14-15 National Board meeting puts bad news on the front burner. By P.C. Staff There were a pair of…
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Commentary & Opinions

Legal-Ease An Attorney’s Perspective: Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill

By Judd Matsunaga

March 6, 2026

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the “Big Beautiful Bill” into law. The massive tax and spending bill…
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National

Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 84

By P.C. Staff

February 20, 2026

Fiery, sometimes controversial MLK disciple, ran twice for president. By Associated Press and P.C. Staff CHICAGO — The Rev. Jesse…
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Community

Nikkei Progressives, Activist Ju Hong Honored

By P.C. Staff

February 20, 2026

K.W. Lee Center for Leadership holds annual awards dinner, marks 20th anniversary. By P.C. Staff The evening of Dec. 19,…
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Community

Japanese American Soldiers Once Branded ‘Enemy Aliens’ Promoted Posthumously

By Associated Press

February 20, 2026

By Associated Press HONOLULU — Seven Japanese American soldiers were promoted to officer ranks in a solemn ceremony on Jan.…
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Features

Kakehashi Is More Than a Bridge: Part II

By Jillian Stineman

February 20, 2026

Kakehashi participants (from left) Jillian Stineman, Nanami Lillie, Megan Arakaki, Stella Saame and Annika Tamaki pose at the statue of…
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Community

The Re-Education of David Ono

By P.C. Staff

February 20, 2026

As Ventura County JACL installation’s guest speaker, the TV newsman reveals his storytelling motivations. By P.C. Staff Whether reporting on…
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Community

Postal Service Celebrates Bruce Lee

By P.C. Staff

February 20, 2026

The martial arts master was one of Hollywood’s first Asian American leading men. SEATTLE — The U.S. Postal Service honors…
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Community

KWVA Chapter No. 1 Continues to Serve

By Patti Hirahara

February 20, 2026

Hawaii Korean War veterans remain active through camaraderie and fellowship. By Patti Hirahara, P.C. Contributor Many Japanese American veterans who…
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Commentary & Opinions

Letter to the Editor

By Hiroyuki Chris Higashi

February 20, 2026

Dear Editor, We, the undersigned, are Asian American men that have served in the United States Armed Forces. Our active…
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JACL

JACL National Board Makes Cuts

By JACL National

February 20, 2026

The organization undergoes another round of staff layoffs. By JACL National On Feb. 15, the JACL National Board made the…
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JACL

JACL Remains ‘Unwavering’ This DOR

By P.C. Staff

February 19, 2026

Statement on E.O. 9066’s 84th anniversary commits to continued vigilance. By P.C. Staff The National JACL issued a statement Feb.…
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JACL

JACL Announces
Executive Director Search

By Ryan Yoshikawa

February 19, 2026

A permanent hire is expected to be announced in the coming months. By Ryan Yoshikawa, JACL VP of General Operations…
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Community

4th & Central Opponents
Express Dissent

By George Toshio Johnston

February 6, 2026

Little Tokyo Against Gentrification continues campaign against redevelopment plans. By George Toshio Johnston, Pacific Citizen Senior Editor Despite the unanimous…
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