Politics

AANN had the opportunity to interview Kenneth Xu, a writer with a passion for race and identity politics. Throughout Xu’s life, his willingness to defend his beliefs has served as a catalyst for his success. Xu’s important message to speak up is a wake-up call for all Asian Americans today.

Presiding Judge Joe Jefferson sits down with AANN reporters Adrian Tong and Harrison Chen to discuss his Chinese American background, career choices, and the importance of law and civics in our lives.

AANN had the exceptional privilege to interview Sean Reyes, Utah’s 21st Attorney General. Inspired to “fight bullies” and “stand up for the little man” after seeing his father being sued by powerful companies and individuals, Reyes would embark on a path that would eventually lead him to serving Utah’s public interest.

Fordham student Austin Tong, a Chinese immigrant currently under probation suspension for two Instagram posts, is suing Fordham for stifling free speech and failing to enforce their freedom of expression policies.

Dan Forest is not your typical politician. He grew up in Charlotte, born and raised as a proud North Carolinian, and managed to become president of the largest architectural firm in the state. In 2012, he found his calling in serving the people and became the first Republican Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina since 1897. By 2016, Forest made history again by becoming the first Republican Lt. Governor to ever be re-elected.

AANN had the opportunity to interview Ken Yang, a Political Consultant in Arkansas. He is a first-generation Asian American who wholeheartedly devotes his efforts to helping others. His story serves as a prime example of Asian American success, achieving greatness even in the face of adversity.

Zhao’s family was persecuted during the Cultural Revolution. Today, Zhao is running for Congress to defend American principles under attack by a political culture similar to the one he experienced during the Cultural Revolution.

Garry Guan discusses his campaign and his perspective on modern day issues in Georgia’s Congressional District 40.

Sia Lo, the first Hmong American to run for Congress in Minnesota, sits down with AANN reporter Harrison Chen to talk about freedom, Minnesota politics, and the Asian American community.

Japanese American Congressional Candidate, Alan Swain, is optimistic about the future of Asian Americans in politics. “There’s going to be an Asian American President someday! I am not sure when it will happen, but it will happen.”