Tag: race
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Yang Pao Thao seeks growth, investment for South Merced
Yang Pao Thao is the incumbent candidate in the race for the District 2 seat on the Merced City Council to be decided this November. However, it was not long ago when Councilman Thao was relatively … Full story: https://mercedcountytimes.com/yang-pao-thao-seeks-growth-investment-for-south-merced/
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Xiong defeats Helmenstine in downballot Democratic race for Wisconsin state treasurer
Yee Leng Xiong defeated Dylan Helmenstine by 15.8 percentage points, ending a race between two candidates with similar visions but different approaches to turning their ideas into statewide change. Full story: https://www.dailycardinal.com/article/2026/08/xiong-defeats-helmenstine-in-downballot-democratic-race-for-wisconsin-state-treasurer
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Wisconsin Democrats choose David Crowley over Francesca Hong’s progressive vision
Crowley dropped out, then jumped back into the race in a last-ditch effort to stop Hong. He would be Wisconsin’s first Black governor if elected. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/wisconsin-democrats-choose-david-crowley-062120440.html
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Democrats choose Marathon County Hmong leader to run for state treasurer
Yee Leng Xiong, a Marathon County school board treasurer and county board member, will face Republican State Treasurer John Leiber in November in the only race for a statewide office held by a member … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/democrats-choose-marathon-county-hmong-051616419.html
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What to know about the 4 Democrats on the Aug. 11 ballot for governor
The Democratic candidates for governor bring dramatically different resumes and qualifications to the race. State Rep. Francesca Hong, who has been leading in the polls for months, is a chef, former … Full story: https://warriorswire.usatoday.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2026/08/08/here-are-qualifications-of-the-4-democratic-candidates-for-governor/91214132007/
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7 key Wisconsin primary election matchups to watch
The August 11 primary election is highlighted by the Democratic race for governor, but there are plenty of other races at the state, legislative, and congressional levels that could have a big impact. Full story: https://upnorthnewswi.com/news/politics/7-wisconsin-primary-election-matchups/
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Key Trump agency puts top universities in crosshairs over alleged race-based dorm programs
The Trump administration’s housing department is investigating complaints alleging UConn and the University of Minnesota are steering students to their housing programs by race. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/key-trump-agency-puts-top-203011505.html
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Matsui leads in 7th District race; Vang, Wooden vying for 2nd
Incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui finished the 2026 primary election night leading the race for California’s 7th Congressional District with two challengers fighting … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/matsui-leads-7th-district-race-071255466.html
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Vang hopes to advance in 7th Congressional District race against Matsui
Although it doesn’t feature a traditional partisan matchup, the race for California’s 7th Congressional District is one of Sacramento’s most interesting and hotly contested as a local political … Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/vang-hopes-advance-7th-congressional-223213605.html
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The Sacramento Bee backs Mai Vang over Doris Matsui in 7th District race. Here’s what to know
The Sacramento Bee Editorial Board has endorsed Sacramento City Councilmember Mai Vang over 12-term Rep. Doris Matsui in California’s 7th Congressional District primary. The Bee called for a “historic … Full story: https://www.aol.com/articles/sacramento-bee-backs-mai-vang-120000000.html
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‘Language lost. Culture lost’: In Milwaukee, a race to keep Rohingya language alive in exile
After ethnic cleansing in Myanmar scattered Rohingya communities, a grassroots effort in Milwaukee is testing whether teaching the language in written form can help it survive — and whether … Full story: https://wisconsinwatch.org/2026/04/wisconsin-milwaukee-rohingya-language-culture-myanmar-refugee-hmong/
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Generational battle gets ugly in California’s 7th District primary race
A bitter generational battle is unfolding in California’s 7th District primary race, pitting an 81-year-old incumbent against a 40-year-old newcomer in one of the state’s bluest seats. The fight … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/generational-battle-gets-ugly-in-california-s-7th-district-primary-race/ar-AA1YViwh
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Why do so many Latinos join ICE and the Border Patrol?
Contributing columnist Ka Vang writes: “Why would people of color and immigrants, particularly so many Latinos, join immigration enforcement? How can they serve an institution that harms people who … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=699158af018d4662b6ee082798707286&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fimmigration-agents-latinos-race-politics%2f601581923&c=16642723391772285449&mkt=en-us
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Korean man marries Hmong wife and shares unique story
The Fung Bros share the story of a Korean man marrying a Hmong wife. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/race-and-racial-identity/korean-man-marries-hmong-wife-and-shares-unique-story/vi-AA1VURY1
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What Clint Eastwood’s ‘Gran Torino’ got right — and what America refused to learn
The Minneapolis immigrant community that inspired the 2008 “post-race” film has still yet to realize its promise. Full story: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2026-02-04/minneapolis-hmong-community-gran-torino
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31-year-old aims to make history in State of Wisconsin
The post 31 year old aims to make history in state of Wisconsin appeared first on AsAmNews. Yee Leng Xiong announced Wednesday his candidacy for Wisconsin Treasurer, a race that could make him the … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/31-year-old-aims-to-make-history-in-state-of-wisconsin/ar-AA1TSEwA
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Meeting the Black Hmong: A Culture Few Outsiders Truly Know
In this video, I travel deep into the mountains to meet the Black Hmong, one of the most unique and culturally rich ethnic groups in Asia. I share their traditions, daily life, and the incredible … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/race-and-racial-identity/meeting-the-black-hmong-a-culture-few-outsiders-truly-know/vi-AA1zaTlV
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Mayor Elect Her leads St. Paul through history with hope
State Representative Kaohly Her stands as St. Paul’s mayor after beating out incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, despite only jumping into the race in August. The Nov. 4 election marked a historic victory … Full story: https://hamlineoracle.com/15034/news/mayor-elect-her-leads-st-paul-through-history-with-hope/