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On Global Filipinos: How a PHL president welcomed Jewish refugees fleeing the Holocaust
By Loida Nicolas Lewis On January 27, the United Nations remembered the 75th year of the liberation of Auschwitz during the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Among the activities was a short screening of the award-winning documentary “An Open Door: Holocaust Haven in the Philippines.” Director and producer Noel “Sonny” Izon’s work and research of 10 years […]
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‘Kabilang Ka, Pabilang Ka’ census campaign to launch on Mar 21
The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) will host a Census Community Engagement Launch in partnership with the 2020 Census at the Philippine Center in New York City on March 21, Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public The launch will gather over 100 Filipino American leaders […]
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How should LGBTQ people navigate the Census questions?
By Meghan Maury Q: Will the 2020 Census collect data about LGBTQ people? A: The 2020 Census will collect information about same-sex couples who are living in the same household. For the first time, the “relationship to householder” census question will include the response options “Same-sex husband/wife/spouse” and “Same-sex unmarried partner.” These response options will […]
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The Pastillas Scandal and the sneaky ways to corruption
By Cristina DC Pastor There’s something sweet and savory about corruption in the Philippines. Some Bureau of Immigration (BI) officials and personnel are said to be receiving P10,000 per from Chinese nationals entering the Philippines to illegally work in gaming casinos. The cash is bundled up and hidden in Pastillas wrappers, according to reports. I […]
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Bergenfield Mayor Amatorio files defamation lawsuit against opponent, demands public apology
Bergenfield Mayor Arvin Amatorio has filed a complaint and civil litigation suit with the State of New Jersey against former Mayor Norman Schmelz, his running mates, and press spokesman for defamatory allegations against Amatorio in an attempt to damage his reputation three days before the November 5th election. Amatorio is seeking compensatory damages to be […]
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Quiboloy church officials indicted for trafficking, sham marriages
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A federal grand jury has charged three top administrators of a Philippines-based church with overseeing a labor trafficking scheme that forced church members to solicit donations for a bogus charity after the defendants illegally obtained visas and other immigration documents that allowed the workers to enter and remain in the United […]
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Arkansas commissioner is new FYLPRO president
The Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO), a nonprofit that seeks to connect young Filipino American leaders with their heritage, is pleased to announce its 2020 – 2021 Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Executive Committee: Joshua Ang Price ‘18, President (Little Rock, AR) Louella Cabalona ’12, Vice President (Chicago, IL) Major Charlynne McGinnis ‘18, Secretary […]
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Filipino-Jewish teacher Deirdre Levy eyes council seat in Brooklyn
By Cristina DC Pastor When Special Education teacher Deirdre Levy told her parents over dinner that she is running for a council seat in New York City’s District 35, they eagerly gave their blessings. Her Filipina mother’s backing came with an affectionate reminder to not forget to pray. “My mom always tells me to pray,” […]
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Who is Vilma Bautista and what exactly did she do?
By Cristina DC Pastor Her name is spoken of as if in a confidential whisper by some FilAms who know her — Filipinos with means, leaders of the community. There is nothing nouveau riche about knowing Vilma Hernandez Bautista. “Yeah, kilala ko siya,” shared a Manhattan woman who said their friendship goes way back […]