Tag: American
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Kerr: Don’t let anyone tell you America isn’t winning
In addition to Lee, the first Hmong American Olympian in history, and Biles, the other members are Jordan Chiles, who is Black and Latina (and was robbed of an individual bronze medal); Hezly Rivera, … Full story: https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/opinion/columns/2024/08/16/kerr-dont-let-anyone-tell-you-america-isnt-winning/74808287007/
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The GOP’s losing message: America and Minnesota are terrible, no good places
If American women were their own country, they would be third in the medal count. When St. Paul’s own Suni Lee — the first Hmong-American Olympian — got off the plane, who was waiting for her? Sen. Full story: https://minnesotareformer.com/2024/08/16/the-gops-losing-message-america-and-minnesota-are-terrible-no-good-places/
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BIPOC farmers struggle to recover after heavy rains wipe out crops, delay replanting
Reithen Curtis, a farmer at Route 1 who grows hemp, fruits and vegetables, said he had to restart crops at his farm in Loretto, Minnesota, when rain washed away most of his initial plantings. He … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/bipoc-farmers-minnesota-rain-hmong-american-farmers-association/
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Rep. Hong hosts second Korean BBQ to celebrate AAPI vote
Representative Francesca Hong hosted her second annual Korean BBQ Bash to bring focus on Asian American voting efforts and reach her new constituents. Hong’s new district now encompasses more of the … Full story: https://madison365.com/rep-hong-hosts-second-korean-bbq-to-celebrate-aapi-vote/
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If Kamala Harris is a DEI VP, is Usha Vance a DEI bride?
The Indian-American duo of Usha Vance and Kamala Harris will challenge stereotypes. Welcome to the new, improved 2024 presidential campaign. No matter how this plays out, a woman of Indian-American … Full story: https://www2.ljworld.com/opinion/2024/aug/09/opinion-if-kamala-harris-is-a-dei-vp-is-usha-vance-a-dei-bride/
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7 Wisconsin Chefs Featured at Fondy Farm Feast
Attendees of the feast will be able to see the latter project in action, as the dinner overlooks farmland where the mostly Hmong-American farmers are producing crops — many of which will be showcased … Full story: https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2024/08/09/7-wisconsin-chefs-featured-at-fondy-farm-feast/
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New funding provides a new opportunity for the Hmong population in the Appleton area, with plans for a new immersion school
Funding is now in place for a new Hmong American immersion school set to open in the Appleton Area School District in fall 2025. “This 4K-5th grade charter school will focus on academic excellence … Full story: https://www.postcrescent.com/story/news/education/2024/08/07/hmong-school-in-appleton-receives-funding-needed-to-open-in-2025/74541883007/
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New funding provides a new opportunity for the Hmong population in the Appleton area, with plans for a new immersion school
Funding is now in place for a new Hmong American immersion school set to open in the Appleton Area School District in fall 2025. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/funding-provides-opportunity-hmong-population-095547165.html
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Suni Lee reveals which food will be her post-Olympics celebration meal: ‘So Asian of me’
Tags: American, Asian, celebration, food, gymnast, Her, Hmong, Hmong American, Lee, Olympics, performance, story, Suni LeeAfter an outstanding performance at the Paris Olympics, Suni Lee is craving one thing: a big, steaming bowl of pho. The 21-year-old Hmong American gymnast has secured three more medals at this year’s … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/suni-lee-reveals-food-her-235328864.html
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Olympic gymnastics: Sunisa Lee — proud to be a Hmong American — grabs bronze in uneven bars
Tags: American, final, gymnastics, Hmong, Hmong American, Lee, Olympic, performance, sports, story, Sunisa LeeThat girl she was again. Going last in the uneven bars individual final, Lee delivered another brilliant performance under Olympic rings with a 14.800 score to just beat Nina Derwael of Belgium … Full story: https://sports.yahoo.com/olympic-gymnastics-sunisa-lee–proud-to-be-a-hmong-american–grabs-bronze-in-uneven-bars-142645780.html
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Olympic gymnastics: Sunisa Lee — a Hmong American — grabs bronze in uneven bars
Tags: American, final, gymnastics, Hmong, Hmong American, Lee, news, Olympic, performance, sports, story, Sunisa LeeGoing last in the uneven bars individual final, Lee delivered another brilliant performance under the Olympic rings and a 14.800 score to just beat Nina Derwael of Belgium (14.766) to win a bronze … Full story: https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/olympic-gymnastics-sunisa-lee–proud-to-be-a-hmong-american–grabs-bronze-in-uneven-bars-142645780.html
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Live Updates: Sunisa Lee Aims to Extend U.S. Dominance With the Uneven Bars
Lee, who earned bronze in the all-around, is trying to win the American women’s fourth gymnastics gold medal in as many events at the Paris Games. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=66afab5f936f40c5b5b13e191b78d0ff&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.nytimes.com%2flive%2f2024%2f08%2f04%2fworld%2folympics-gymnastics-bars&c=1910643750118502581&mkt=en-us
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OLYMPIC GALLERY: U.S. gymnast Suni Lee makes history while competing in individual all-around
When Lee won the individual all-around gold medal in Tokyo, she became the first Hmong-American and Asian woman to win the title. Here’s a look at her journey in the women’s individual all-around … Full story: https://www.kcra.com/article/paris-olympics-gymnastics-suni-lee/61765735
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Gymnast Suni Lee Has a Net Worth Estimated in the Millions of Dollars: Report
In Tokyo, she became the “first woman of Asian descent and the first Hmong- American to win an Olympic all-around title,” USA Gymnastics reported. “Sunisa Lee started her gymnastics journey at her home … Full story: https://heavy.com/sports/olympics/suni-lee-net-worth-2024/
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Suni Lee had stalkers after Olympics gold fame
Sunisa “Suni” Lee reportedly experienced multiple instances of stalking after becoming the first Hmong American to win a gold medal in the individual all- around event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Lee’s … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/suni-lee-had-stalkers-olympics-191033069.html
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How Gymnast Suni Lee’s Family Inspired Her for the 2024 Olympics
At the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, Sunisa “Suni” Lee made history as the first Hmong American Olympic gymnast champion. She took home the gold medal for Team U.S.A. in the women’s gymnasticsindividual … Full story: https://sports.yahoo.com/suni-lee-opens-her-close-224500260.html
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Who Is Suni Lee’s Boyfriend? Details About the Gymnast’s Relationship With Jaylin Smith
Olympic gymnast Sunisa “Suni” Lee became the first Asian-American to receive a gold medal in the women’s all-around competition at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She was only 18 years old at the time. As … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/suni-lee-boyfriend-details-gymnast-142558186.html