By Ruth Bayang NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY Twenty months ago, I got a phone call. I picked up and I heard a woman’s voice. “This is Assunta Ng.” My jaw dropped. […]
COMMENTARY: Seattle: What’s the fuss?
By Shounak Bagchi Sustainable Investment Consultant and Freelance Writer Often, in hopes of escaping to some sense of a liberal utopia, I find myself watching old episodes of West Wing, […]
COMMENTARY: Proud military mom
By Ruth Bayang NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY I never had a burning desire to have children. When I was childless, I tolerated kids. I felt uncomfortable around them, and I didn’t […]
COMMENTARY: For a voice in politics, AAPI voters need access
By Rick Polintan, APACE President Seattle and Washington are home to one of the strongest AAPI communities in America. For generations, we have worked to build vibrant neighborhoods, parks, and […]
COMMENTARY: Letter to Asian friends and family
By David Lin I almost never write anything about politics. But in light of what has happened in Charlottesville, Va., I feel now is a good time to say this […]
Setting the record straight: Chinatown and ID businesses not opposed to plans for hotel development
Contrary to recent articles written by the Chinatown International District Coalition (CID Coalition), most businesses are not opposed to plans for the development of a SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hotel at 8th and Lane.
How a recycling internship brought me closer to my community
The first time I taught someone how to recycle, I was 10 years old. My family and I had just moved to Beacon Hill from China. The culture shock was powerful. Of all the new and different experiences, learning about sustainability and recycling was one concept that stood out the most.
Many in Chinatown–ID oppose Marriott Hotel and upzone
By CID Coalition For Northwest Asian Weekly The Chinatown-International District (CID) Coalition was dismayed by the Aug. 5 article “Chinatown-ID housing affordability measures,” which inaccurately represented community opposition against the […]
COMMENTARY: Asian Americans urge others to stand against white supremacy
Asian Americans Advancing Justice has launched a new pledge campaign calling on Asian Americans to come together, join the fight, and take a stand against white supremacy. “We call on […]
COMMENTARY: Tax on high incomes will help Seattle and the Asian American community thrive
By James Hong and Erin Okuno Special to Northwest Asian Weekly Note: This is a response to a commentary that ran in the July 15 issue of our paper, “It’s […]
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