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Hate Crimes Aagainst Asian Americans

Rep. Judy Chu

On Tuesday, April 1, Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.), who chairs the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), told MSNBC that there had been at least 1,000 hate crimes against Asian Americans in the last five weeks. Alarmingly, such reports now come at an average of 100 per day — and “they are all over the country,” according to the congresswoman.

These figures corroborate the FBI’s recent warning of a rise in hate crimes.

“The FBI makes this assessment based on the assumption that a portion of the U.S. public will associate COVID-19 with China and Asian American populations,” the agency said.

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Sacramento County Voter Registration, Elections March Primary

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By Honey Lum
In 2018-19, Sacramento County Registration & Elections implemented the California’s Voter Choice Act of 2016. The County was a pilot in this State to operate 11-day Vote Centers (VC) prior to election day. Instead of opening only on election day as a polling site, the pilot VCs operated anywhere from 4 to 10 days to allow folks to cast their ballots early, at more convenient times, including weekends. The VCs provides these advantages:

  • Freedom to Vote – flexibility to vote on weekends
  • More staff members – to assist voters
  • More Voting machines – to accommodate a higher volume of voters
  • Access to multi-lingual services – translators are present to assist voters
  • Specialized voting machines – for voters with disabilities
  • Ability to register voters – and print correct ballots – process Conditional Voter Registration
  • Can receive Mail-In Ballots

This year in the March 3 Primary election the polling places were generally opened 7 am to 8 pm. The Robbie Waters polling place was very busy with nonstop voting from 10 am to 8 pm (when polling place closed). Around 5 pm, people had to wait about an hour to reach the voting booth. The following officials and community leaders came to the VCs: Sen. Richard Pan, Wm B. Shubb, Senior US Dist. Judge, and Dr. Alvin Cheung, President, California North State University.

Over 600 ballots were processed; including many hand-delivered “mail-in” ballots. During the 11 days, Honey and others processed check-in registration, verified party affiliation to printout correct ballot, processed computerized voting methods if person wanted to use touch-screen voting, received hand-delivered ballots and counted processed ballots during the day. Vote Centers took precautions; poll workers used hand sanitizers, washed hands, wore gloves, sanitized booths, pens and computerized devices.

The November election ballot will include State Propositions and local initiatives that affect funds and impacting communities. 2020 is also Census 2020; it is most important for EVERYONE to be actively involved and to be Counted. Disadvantaged communities need more help to keep people safe and healthy. CACS encourages you, your family and friends to register to VOTE. Mail the Ballots in Early. Mail-In Ballots can be mail back to the Sacramento County Register’s Office or hand-delivered to a Vote Center; (Golden One Center will be a 11-day Vote Center) on Election Day by 8 pm. Ballots received after 8 pm will not be counted.
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United States Attorney’s Future Assistant U.S. Attorney Academy

Robert T. Matsui Federal Courthouse
Kennedy Learning Center
501 I Street, Sacramento
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
12:30 pm – 4:45 pm

Open to currently enrolled junior college, college and law students, 18 and older.

Pre-registration required. No walk-ins will be permitted.

REGISTER HERE: usaocaetraining.org/FutureAssistantUSAttorney
Your registration is not final until you receive a confirmation email.

Registration and meet and greet 12:30pm – 1:00pm | Academy 1:00pm – 4:45pm

Agenda Highlights:

  • Learn how to become a federal prosecutor or civil Assistant U.S. Attorney
  • Hear from the United States Attorney and a federal judge
  • Meet federal prosecutors and civil Assistant U.S. Attorney
  • Talks on:
    • National security cases
    • Crime doesn’t pay (asset forfeiture)
    • Narcotics and violent crime
    • Hate crime cases
    • Ask questions that are important to you during an open discussion with the U.S. Attorney
    • And more!

Please plan to stay for the entire event due to limited seating.

Arrive early to allow time to find parking, clear security and network.

Contact Sean Vassar with questions:
(916) 554-2907 | [email protected]

2020 APAPA California Capitol Internship Program Application

Application Deadline Feb. 21, 2020

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The APAPA California State Capitol Internship Program is designed to prepare students to become future leaders in our greater community. This program provides an opportunity for students to develop their leadership and networking skills, gain public policy experience and become more civically engaged.

Students will be placed in the office(s) of local, state or federal elected official offices and work a minimum of 100 hours throughout the duration of the program (hours are flexible within each office). Hours must stretch throughout the intern program, June 1 – August 7, 2020 (exceptions may be made with approval of the Committee).

Interns will receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 after the successful completion of the program.

Students are responsible for their own housing, transportation and insurance.

The program is open to all California resident undergraduate, graduate students, and graduating high school seniors.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated leadership
  • Interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Community service
  • Preferred minimum grade point average of 3.0

Application Deadline: Friday, February 21, 2020

Summer Program Length: Monday, June 1, 2020 – Friday, August 7, 2020*

*Due to various academic calendars, students can request special accommodations within this time frame. However, a minimum of 100 hours must be completed.

Internship Mandatory Program Requirements
Attend the following events and workshops in Sacramento:

  • Saturday, April 4, 2020: Shining Star Gala
  • Saturday, May 23, 2020, 9 AM – 12:30 PM: Orientation
  • Friday, June 12 & 26, 2020: Workshops
  • Friday, July 10 & 24, 2020: Workshops
  • TBD: Voter Registration Outreach
  • TBD: State Capitol Day
  • Friday, August 7, 2020: Graduation Luncheon from 12 – 1:30 PM

Additional Opportunities (not required):
Interns will have the opportunity to participate as a volunteer with APAPA at other events, including the following: Town Halls, Voters Forum, Holiday Mixer, Legislative Reception and the following year’s Internship Program and Gala.

For any questions, please contact APAPA National Headquarters at [email protected] or call 916-928-9988.

2019 CAPITAL ‘CelebrAsian’

CACS Council and Foundation board directors with Mayor Darrel Steinberg attends the 7th Annual CAPITAL (Council of Asian Pacific Islander Together for Advocacy & Leadership) CelebrAsian on Thursay, August 22, 2019 at the Happy Garden Restaurant. CAPITAL honored Georgette Imura for her Outstanding Services to the API Community Award (Photo with Keith Johnson, CACS Council Advisor with Georgette Imura, Roy Imura and grandson. Over 300 dignitaries and friends attended this event honoring Ms. Imura.

CACS At Robert T. Matsui U.S. Courthouse For 20th Anniversary Celebration


By Alex Eng

On May 30, 2019 the Sacramento Chapter of the Federal Bar Assn. and the Eastern District Historical Society hosted the auspicious event in the Federal Building’s in the Justice Anthony M. Kennedy Library and Learning Center with a reception in the rotunda afterwards.

The building is on the site of Sacramento’s former Chinatown; CACS was invited to play an integral role in creating the permanent Chinese exhibit on the south side of the lobby. Thanks to the talents and research of the late Phil Choy the exceptional display is there as a tribute to the history and contributions of the Chinese in Sacramento.

Master of Ceremonies and event coordinator Candice Fields, esq. invited CACS to the celebratory event; CACS President Alex Eng (who participated in the original opening ceremony), Board Directors Karun Yee, Honey Lum, Brenda Fong, Douglas Hsia, and Locke representative Corliss Lee were among the honored guests.

Opening remarks were made by the Honorable Doris Matsui, followed by some very interesting historical facts presented by the panel of Hon. Wm. B. Shubb (Sr. U.S. Dist. Judge), Jack Wagner( Clerk U.S. Dist. Court), and Lorenzo Lopez (Architect).

Other honored guests included a number of judicial officers from the Eastern District of California, the Superior Court, County of Sacramento and elected and appointed officials; Doris Matsui, McGregor Scott (U.S. Attorney), and Heather Wms. (Federal Public Defender).

May 2019 President’s Message

Alex Eng
Greetings Fellow CACS Members, Friends, and Loyal Supporters!

The new era of Honorable Frank Fat’s legacy lives on! The formation of the CACS Foundation and the CACS Council is working well.

My thanks to Board member and Secretary Keith Johnson, who, through his experience, expertise, and infinite patience, has been guiding us through this period of adjustment. His efforts to ensure that we adhere to the guidelines required of the two organizations has been no small challenge!

Many thanks to Honey Lum, Cathy Wei, and Joyce Eng for their leadership for the last two years; and to the continued loyal support of you, our CACS members as we negotiate these unknown waters!

The Council welcomes, Aubrie Fong (Staff, Assembly member Kevin McCarty), Harry He (Elk Grove Democrats), and Douglas Hsia (Locke Foundation) into its ranks! We look forward to your new perspectives and vitality!

Under the guidance of advisor Kim Tucker (Impact Foundry) the rebuilding of the Council looks very promising! Kim was the moderator for the 2019 Council Retreat and will be following up in the following months.

Please check on the CACS website (cacsweb.org) periodically for the latest news on our progress and the latest word on what is going on in the community.
Warmest Regards,

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Alex Eng, 2019 President