Mayor Lee’s Statement on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Mayor Edwin M. Lee today issued the following statement on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month:
“I send my warmest wishes to the Asian American and Pacific Islander families in our City, and all those around the nation who are celebrating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Today, we recognize the 33rd anniversary of the federal legislation launching this month-long celebration. This event celebrates the rich history, cultural traditions, colorful diversity and significant contributions of more than 30 unique Asian and Pacific Islander ethnic groups.
As we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we join together in also celebrating diversity and multiculturalism, core values for those of us who live and work in the San Francisco Bay Area. Here in San Francisco, Asian Pacific Americans have been an integral part of the history of this great City. Generations of Asian Pacific Americans have served the City and County of San Francisco as civic and business leaders making contributions to our City’s history, economic vitality and culture.
The City and County of San Francisco is proud to recognize and support its Asian Pacific American community, a community dedicated to social responsibility and strong family values. Asian Pacific Americans continue to make lasting contributions to building a brighter future for all in San Francisco.”
“I send my warmest wishes to the Asian American and Pacific Islander families in our City, and all those around the nation who are celebrating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Today, we recognize the 33rd anniversary of the federal legislation launching this month-long celebration. This event celebrates the rich history, cultural traditions, colorful diversity and significant contributions of more than 30 unique Asian and Pacific Islander ethnic groups.
As we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we join together in also celebrating diversity and multiculturalism, core values for those of us who live and work in the San Francisco Bay Area. Here in San Francisco, Asian Pacific Americans have been an integral part of the history of this great City. Generations of Asian Pacific Americans have served the City and County of San Francisco as civic and business leaders making contributions to our City’s history, economic vitality and culture.
The City and County of San Francisco is proud to recognize and support its Asian Pacific American community, a community dedicated to social responsibility and strong family values. Asian Pacific Americans continue to make lasting contributions to building a brighter future for all in San Francisco.”