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ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN
POLITICAL BRIEFING
FOR
PRESIDENT CLINTON'S TRIP
TO
JAPAN AND KOREA
Democratic National Committee
POLITICAL BRIEFING PREPARED BY
THE ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN POLITICAL DESK
VIDA BENAVIDES
Director Of Asian Pacific American
Political Affairs
GRACE HO
Deputy Director Of Asian Pacific
American Political Affairs
GEORGE K. CHEUNG
Staff Intern
Q. CINDY NGUYEN
Staff Intern
CHRISTOPHER J. TAN
Staff Intern
430 South Capitol Street, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20003 (202) 863-8000
Paid for by the Democratic National Committee. Contributions to the Democratic National Committee are not tax deductible.
Printed on Recycled Paper
OUTLINE
I.
JAPAN
p.1-6
U.S.-Japan Trade Effects: Domestic
p.1-2
Slaying of a Japanese Exchange Student
p.3-4
Japan-U.S. Minority Relations
p.5
Masako Owada
p.6
II.
SOUTH KOREA
p.7-10
South Central Los Angeles
p.7-9
Cultural Exchange
p.10
III.
IMMIGRATION
p.11
The Golden Venture
p.12-14
IV.
ATTACHMENT #1
Asian Pacific American Political Appointees
V.
ATTACHMENT #2
Chinese American Political Appointees
VI.
ATTACHMENT #3
Japanese American Political Appointees
VII.
ATTACHMENT #4
Korean American Political Appointees
VIII. ATTACHMENT #5
Asian American Population by Ethnicity,
1990 & 1980
IX.
ATTACHMENT #6
Comparison of Immigration Data
X.
ATTACHMENT #7
Legal Immigrants Admitted to U.S.
Between 1820 and 1985
U.S.-JAPAN TRADE EFFECTS: DOMESTIC
BACKGROUND
The United States and Japan have long shared goals of mutual economic well being and regional
stability. In economic terms, the two countries have become increasingly interdependent: the
United States is by far Japan's most important foreign market: and Japan's market is the most
valuable single country market for the United States, after Canada's. The trade flow runs
heavily in Japan's favor. Annual U.S. trade deficits with Japan had been around $50 billion for
5 years, but declined to about $41 billion in 1990, and stood at $49 billion in 1992. Japan is
the second largest (after Great Britain) source of foreign investment in the United States
(including portfolio, direct, and other investment) totaling about $300 billion in 1990. U.S.
investment in Japan amounted to $190 billion in 1990.
*Source - CRS Issue Brief #IB92037
REACTION TO EVENTS
On the domestic level, foreign relations and policy have possible repercussions for Asian Pacific
Americans, including a rise of anti-Asian violence. For example, the U.S./Japan animosity
regarding the trade issue that led to Japanese House Speaker Yoshio Sakurauchi's (sa-koo-
raw-chi) derogatory comments about American workers unleashed a strong anti-Asian reaction
in the United States which directly affected Americans of Asian descent. It is common
knowledge that in times of economic hardships, a society will find scapegoats to unleash anger.
Many people's frustrations are further fueled by the belief that the Japanese are buying up and
taking over the U.S., causing a strong backlash against Asian Pacific Americans.
-1-
RECOMMENDED RESPONSES
The great nations of the United States and Japan continue to grow and prosper from each other
in ways of culture and trade. As we continue to become a global community, the Pacific Rim
will be a key to the twenty-first Century. I feel strongly about developing a more equitable
trading relationship with the country of Japan. However as acts of hate against the Asian Pacific
American community have been on the rise due to the recession and Japan-bashing, this
Administration recognizes the correlation of foreign policy decisions and the domestic
repercussions. As a President that recognizes our nation's rich diversity as a source of strength
rather than a weakness, I feel just as strongly about ensuring that Americans of Asian descent
are not subjected to an increase in anti-Asian violence. (See Attachment #5)
We must all make a conscientious effort to define and eradicate our prejudices. As President
of the United States, I strive to set a national example as one way of alleviating strained race
relations at home. I hope that with the guidance of the Asian Pacific American voices in my
Administration, I will be able to successfully develop relations with Asia as well as prevent any
increase in hate crimes towards Asian Pacific Americans. The continuing sensitivity towards
different cultures is necessary with the stronger development of a global community.
-2-
JAPAN-U.S. MINORITIES RELATIONS
BACKGROUND
In recent years, insensitive, racially-explosive statements and practices by Japanese government
and corporate leaders have damaged the image of Japan among African Americans and other
U.S. minority groups. In 1986, then-Prime Minister Nakasone (na-ka-sony) and other
Japanese politicians were denounced for making bigoted statements about the "low intelligence"
of American blacks and Latinos.
Similarly negative publicity was generated when it became known in 1987 that some Japanese
companies were manufacturing "Little Black Sambo" dolls and other products that were
demeaning to African Americans.
In 1988, Liberal Democratic Party leader Michio Watanabe (mee-chi-o wah-tah-nah-bee)
alleged that U.S. blacks were financially irresponsible and had no aversion to claiming
bankruptcy and receiving public assistance.
More recently in October, 1990, then-Japanese Justice Minister, Seiroku Kajiyama (seh-row'-
koo ka-gee-ya-ma) rekindled anger by comparing foreign prostitutes arrested in Tokyo with
American blacks who "ruin" white neighborhoods.
Anger and suspicion has also been directed toward Japanese automobile manufacturers who have
been accused of refusing to offer dealerships to African Americans and deliberately establishing
plants away from population concentrations of U.S. minorities.
REACTION TO EVENTS
In response to these incidents, reactions in the U.S. have taken a number of forms. In 1988,
the Congressional Black Caucus held a hearing on Japanese racism. Following the statements
of Watanabe and Nakasone, pickets were organized in front of the Japanese embassy. A
number of delegations of Black leaders, including the Reverend Jesse Jackson and the
presidents of several black colleges have traveled to Japan to meet with government officials.
At present, another African American delegation is being organized at the invitation of the
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The preeminent black think-tank, the Joint Center for
Political and Economic Studies, has created a project specifically to increase understanding and
improve relations between Japan and U.S. minorities. Public protests have included the
destruction of Japanese products and calls to boycott all Japanese goods.
-3-
RECOMMENDED RESPONSE
We must work together towards a world increasingly engaged in democracy, tolerant of diversity
and respectful of human rights abroad and civil rights at home. The globalization of world
affairs means the creation of a world community. We cannot ignore our growing
interdependence. In order to grow together, we must combat past prejudices, and work towards
mutual understanding and tolerance.
-4-
SLAYING OF A JAPANESE EXCHANGE STUDENT
BACKGROUND
Yoshihiro Hattori (yo-shee-he-row huh-to-ree), a Japanese foreign exchange student studying
in Louisiana, became lost looking for a Halloween party when he was gunned down by a
homeowner. The gunman who claimed self-defense was later acquitted of all charges.
REACTION TO EVENTS
A Japanese petition expressing concern over the incident has resulted in the collection of over
160,000 signatures. Most recently, these signatures have been turned over to Ambassador
Michael Armacost in Tokyo, but Hattori's parents plan to deliver them to the White House in
November for Yoshihiro's seventeenth birthday. From several sources, the issues are that the
Japanese see America as trigger-happy gun fanatics and that they feel our judicial system doesn't
work, as evidenced by the acquittal.
RECOMMENDED RESPONSE
The death of Yoshihiro Hattori is indeed a tragedy. Gun control, which includes the passage
of the tough Brady Bill, is a top priority for the Clinton Administration. The signatures from
the petition will be a reminder of the need to stop and prevent all senseless violence. Though
this was a terrible incident, it was an isolated case. The United States remains a safe and secure
place to work, travel, and engage in educational exchanges. Further, in regard to the acquittal,
the case was tried as a criminal case, not one of civil rights, as advocated by many. With the
new stance from the Supreme Court that strengthens hate crime laws, and the appointment of
Attorney General Janet Reno, the penalties for acts like this will be toughest in the nation's
history.
-5-
MASAKO OWADA
BACKGROUND
On June 9, 1993, Masako Owada (muh-saw-ko o-wah-da) became the new princess of Japan,
wife of Crown Prince Naruhito (na-roo-he-toe), Emperor Akihito's (ah-kee-he-toe) elder son.
The marriage of 29-year old Masako Owada and 33-year old Crown Prince Naruhito was the
result of a 6 year courtship.
The new Empress went to elite universities, Harvard and Oxford; she graduated magna cum
laude; learned, as the child of globetrotting diplomat Hisashi Owada (he-saw-shee o-wah-da)
five languages, and then passed a difficult ministry entrance examination. She was one of three
women in a class of junior bureaucrats. In 1990, she got a desk in the prestigious North
American division. Her career experience includes burrowing into the U.S.-Japan trade
disputes, writing speeches for Prime Minister Noboru Takeshita (no-bo-roo ta-ka-shee-ta) and,
in one instance, serving as translator for a meeting between U.S. Secretary of State James
Baker and Foreign Minister Michio Watanabe (mee-chi-o wah-tah-nah-bee).
REACTION TO EVENTS
The juxtaposition of a thoroughly modern woman and the anachronistic responsibility and
traditions of her new role has gained worldwide attention. The intrigue stems from whether the
new princess will redefine her customary role, or whether she will preserve the time-honored
duties of the Royal Court. Either way, the decision will be viewed as a commentary on the
status of women as well as a the symbolic metaphor reflecting Japan's advancement or status
quo. For Americans, the added interest stems from the parallel between the positions of
Princess Masako and First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton. Although the Japanese Constitution
virtually precludes anything but a ceremonial role for the royals, Princess Masako, like the
First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton, has the potential and the possibility of redefining her new
role.
RECOMMENDED RESPONSE
The world has only respect for the new Princess' individual accomplishments. Aside from the
speculation of Princess Masako's future role and influence, her past achievements indicate that
she can only be an asset and a compliment to the country of Japan.
-6-
SOUTH KOREA
SOUTH CENTRAL LOS ANGELES
BACKGROUND
Although more than 2,000 Korean American businesses were destroyed, with a loss of $400
million - more than half the riots' economic toll, according to a study by UCLA Professor Paul
Ong - the community's needs have not been adequately addressed due to their lack of political
influence. Los Angeles County's Korean population has increased 140% in the last decade but
it totals only 145,431. Of these, just 72,970 live in the city of Los Angeles, which has more
than 3.5 million residents. Notwithstanding the linguistic and cultural barriers, the lack of
services and the bureaucratic confusion of existing government assistance agencies like FEMA
and SBA have exacerbated and prolonged their ordeal.
REACTION TO EVENTS
Months after the L.A. riots, there were many delegations from South Korea that went to visit
the Korean American riot victims in South Central Los Angeles. These various groups consisted
of politicians, businessman, and church leaders. They came to show support for the Korean
American community through various ways. Aggregate financial contributions from South
Korea totaled approximately four million dollars. The Korean consulate served to facilitate the
recovery efforts in the Korean American community by serving as translators, assisting in
donations of food and other necessities, and working with international organizations to deliver
assistance to the victims. There was even a meeting between Dong Gyuh Kim (dong-giuh-kim),
a Korean political leader, and the Reverend Cecil Murray, a prominent Los Angeles African
American community leader.
Then-presidential candidate Young Sam Kim did not visit South Central although he did send
strong words of condolences and encouragement to the Korean American victims. Please note
that his political opponent Dae Jung Kim (day-jung-kim) did make the trip. All the visits were
made in an unofficial capacity, and the Korean government never issued an official statement
in regards to the riot. There was concern from the Korean visitors and the Korean American
community about keeping international and national affairs separate. Many speculate that Young
Sam Kim did not visit riot-torn Los Angeles because he did not want to be perceived as
"meddling" in an internal matter.
-7-
The residual effect of the riots has been the mobilization of
political activity within this community. This experience has signaled the community's desire
to depart from marginalism, and has been the impetus for inclusion. The recent Los Angeles
mayoral election exemplifies the political galvanization of the Korean American community.
They raised $600,000 in campaign contributions for Mike Woo for Mayor. The Los Angeles
Times' exit poll show that 4% of the voters were Asian, and 69% of them voted for Michael
Woo. Also, last year's victory of Representative Jay Kim (R-41st), the first Korean American
United States congressman, attests to the community's desire for political recognition and
representation. To the Korean American community, Edward Song Lee's death, the only
Korean American of 56 people killed during the rioting, symbolizes their invisible status.
Through this experience, examination of Korean/Black relations as well as Korean/White
relations have transpired; thus, the Korean American community has started to define their
political identity as a way of establishing a relationship with non-Korean communities.
* PLEASE NOTE - The Korean newspapers are the conduit of information which help maintain
the strong ties between Korea and the Korean American community. The personal tragedies of
the Korean American riot victims and the larger societal problems of the United States are much
talked about topics in South Korea. Likewise, the Korean Americans will be informed, through
the published reports of the Korean press, of all the details of the President's trip to Seoul.
-8-
RECOMMENDED RESPONSE
I have witnessed first-hand the devastation and destruction of South Central Los Angeles; I was
in L.A. right after the riots occurred. The effect of the human and economic loss has translated
into my administration's resolve to invigorate the economy of inner cities and include those
communities that have been marginalized in the past.
The horror of the riots resulted in at least one positive outcome -the progressive effort of the
Korean community to mobilize politically. I am committed to diversity and inclusion. The
Administration appointments attests to this effort of making sure that ALL of America is
included in a collective political voice. In this way, we will combat the problem of race
relations in the United States by setting a national example of Americans of different ethnic
backgrounds working together.
(See Attachment #1-4)
I would also like to express my gratitude to the people of South Korea for their assistance of and
concern to the Korean American riot victims. The concern and effort exemplifies the type of
efforts needed to develop a world community.
-9-
CULTURAL EXCHANGE
BACKGROUND
The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City will have two exhibitions in Korea
coinciding with the President's visit. The first exhibition, "Celebrating Calder," is drawn
primarily from the Permanent Collection of the Whitney Museum, one of the most
comprehensive public collections of his work, and the pre-eminent Museum of American art in
the world. This exhibition will be presented at the Sonje (sown-jay) Museum of Contemporary
Art, Kyongu-shi (kyon-gu-shi), Korea from June 21st through September 19th. The 1993
Whitney Biennial will open on August 1st at the National Museum of Contemporary Art in
Seoul, where it will remain on view through September 8th. The Whitney Biennials have been
landmarks surveys of American art since they began in 1936, and have traditionally been
devoted to surveying new groundbreaking art.
REACTION TO EVENTS
Within the art world, this is a major event. This will be the first time a Whitney Biennial will
travel to a foreign country.
RECOMMENDED RESPONSE
I applaud the efforts of the Sonje Museum of Contemporary Art of Kyongu-shi and the National
Museum of Contemporary Art in Seoul to present American culture to the people of South
Korea. By allowing the Whitney Museum of American art. the pre-eminent Museum of
American art in the world, to present American culture through American art, Korea
demonstrates its openness to the continuation and growth of U.S./Korea relations.
-10-
IMMIGRATION
BACKGROUND
Immigration has always been the cornerstone of the American experience. Since its founding,
the United States has prospered largely due to the invaluable contributions from immigrants who
sought a better quality of life, or yearned for a democratic environment for themselves and their
children. Their talents and determination to contribute has helped build America. However,
due to historical exclusionary laws dating back to the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act, most Chinese
and Asian Pacific Americans were not allowed the same immigration rights until the 1943
Repeal of the Exclusion Act and ultimately the 1965 Immigration Reform Act. Since 1965,
Asian Pacific Americans have been able to immigrate to the U.S. through the family
reunification preference provisions. The Asian Pacific American population has increased during
the past two decades primarily due to the new immigration policy. Despite Asian immigrants'
late arrival, the contribution of the Asian Pacific American community towards our country's
advancement is well documented.
REACTION TO EVENTS
As Asian Pacific Americans gain higher visibility during the 80's, coupled with misleading
statements on the economic, environmental impacts caused by immigration, there is growing
sentiments that U.S. immigration laws be restricted. Fueling this are recent highly publicized
incidents of boat smuggling involving Chinese nationals which have unfairly thrust the Chinese
American community into the national immigration debate. (See Attachment #6-7)
-11-
THE GOLDEN VENTURE
BACKGROUND
On June 6, 1993, a ship ran aground on a beach in New York with nearly 300 Chinese refugees
aboard. Some of these refugees had paid up to $30,000 to smugglers for the trip to the U.S.A.
The freighter Golden Venture had carried some of these refugees from as far as mainland China.
REACTION TO EVENTS
This incident has cemented a unified reaction against smuggling and illegal immigration among
the Asian Pacific American community as well as mainstream America. Smuggling is
exploitative and damaging to everyone. The government must take strong measures to
investigate and prosecute those involved in the smuggling schemes. Enforcement of labor laws
is required to limit the incentive for illegal immigration. In this way, those who are thinking
of immigrating illegally will decrease as confidence in accessible jobs will be reduced.
Although there is consensus regarding the enforcement of labor laws, some groups are concerned
that employer sanctions serve to lock immigrants into certain jobs and make them even more
vulnerable to exploitation. Enforcement of labor is required to limit the incentive for illegal
immigration. Documented workers will want to take jobs that currently "regular" immigrants
are unwilling to accept unless and until labor laws are more strictly enforced.
Despite the strong shared feelings against criminal immigration activity, the Asian Pacific
American community is concerned that these feelings will manifest into anti-Asian feelings and
discriminatory practices. For example, the Asian Pacific American community is concerned
about protecting the rights of asylum seekers. The Chinese asylum seekers from The Golden
Venture, as well as all asylum seekers, must be treated humanely and granted due process under
the law. This includes the right to counsel.
David Ilchert, the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) San Francisco District
Director, made comments that the Chinese American community was aware of the smuggling
operation and was not coming forward with this information. Such blanket statements are
regarded as extremely harmful. They are prejudiced and divisive, and fuel anti-immigrant and
xenophobic sentiments.
In addition, the recent smuggling of Chinese must not be used as a vehicle to curb existing
asylum and family based immigration laws. Many people want to use the Golden Venture
incident as another reason why the U.S. needs to crack down on all immigration. The Chinese
community does not want to be used as a scapegoat for anti-immigrant sentiment. There have
been images conjured up once more about the Yellow Peril, of hordes of illegal Asian
immigrants swarming our borders, reminiscent of the xenophobic jargon of the late 1800's and
early 1900's.
-12-
There have been many recent legislative proposals for stricter laws against immigrant smuggling
as well as for the tightening of asylum and immigration laws. While everyone agrees that
smuggling must be stopped, asylum and family reunification must be protected. Many of these
proposals place legitimate political asylees in jeopardy and must be opposed.
Concerns widely shared within Asian Pacific American coalitions are in regards to the protection
of refugee and immigrant rights. The necessity of streamlining the asylum and immigration
process is generally understood and agreed upon, yet many Asian Pacific American communities
are concerned about the process with which this will take place. Many Asian Pacific American
civil rights' organizations feel that it is critical to be included in the dialogue when considering
a policy of "summary exclusion" and other possible streamlining measures. The issues of illegal
immigration and immigrant smuggling require the cooperation and support of several parties for
their successful resolution.
-13-
RECOMMENDED REMARKS
The Clinton Administration recognizes immigrant smuggling to be a deplorable crime. Persons
trying to enter the U.S. should not have to go through the conditions they endured on The
Golden Venture. Additionally, smuggled immigrants are often forced by their smugglers into
indentured servitude and/or crime. Stronger actions must be taken against immigrant smuggling,
and stiffer penalties are a step in the right direction.
The appointment of Attorney General Janet Reno and the choice of Doris Meissner to head
INS affirms my resolve to contain illegal immigration activities while handling the immigration
process in a fair and expeditious manner.
-14-
ATTACHMENT #1:
ASIAN AMERICAN POLITICAL APPOINTEES
Last Name
First Name
Agency
Title
Amores
Angelynne
HHS
Exec Asst. A/S for
Public Affairs
Aranza
Ferdinand
DOI
Spec Asst, Territorial
Int'l Affairs
Bagasao
Paula
WH
**Temp. Offer at AID,
mid-June**
Baldia
Christian
WH
Asst
to
Dir
of
Systems,
Pres.
Personnel
Benavides
Eugene
WH
Writer, Pres. Messages
Bueno
Edgar
WH
Assistant, White House
Counsel
Bueno
Irene
HHS
Congressional Liason
Specialist, Office of
Congressional Liason
Chang
Jennifer
HHS
Spec Asst, Children
& Families
Chitre
Nanda
WH
Manager,
Pres.
Personnel
Chow
Barbara
WH
Spec Asst to Pres. for
Legislative Affairs
Chow
Edward
VA
DAS, Policy
Chung
Cathy
EPA
Program
Advisor,
Advance/Briefing
Dam
David
Commerce
Conf Asst, Public
Affairs
Das
Tony
Commerce
Dep. Exec. Secretary
Dozier
Terri
Education
Spec Asst, Office of
the Secretary
Floresca
Felipe
WH
Personnel Mgr, B&C,
Pres. Personnel
Gawande
Atul
HHS
Sr Advsr to A/S,
Planning & Evalu.
Hahn
Andrew
WH
Director, Presidential
Letters & Msgs
Haley
Maria Luisa
WH
Spec Asst to Pres &
Assoc Dir, Pres.
Personnel
Harrington
Kathleen
State
Spec. Asst, E. Asian
& Pac. Affairs
Hayashi
Dennis
HHS
Director, Office for
Civil Rights
Inadomi
Leeann
WH
Dir of Cong Corresp,
WH Legal Affairs
Itoh
William
NSC
Exec Secretary
Lee
Kathleen Wah
HUD
Specialist, Intergov'l
Relations
Lee
Malcolm
State
Spec. Asst., Under Sec
for Economic &
Agricultural Affairs
Lee
Simon Un
HUD
Spec Asst,
Congressional
Relations
Lew
Ginger
WH
Personnel Mgr, Pres.
Personnel
Li
Gordon
WH
Researcher,
Pres.
Personnel
Lin
Christiana
WH
Research Asst, Public
Liason
Marshall
Thurgood, Jr. WH
Legis Affrs Coord.,
OVP
Matsui
Doris
WH
Dep Asst to Pres & Dep
Dir, Public Liaison
Min
Nancy Ann
OMB
Assoc Dir for Health
Nishikawa
Wendy
WH
Asst to Dep Dir of
Public Liason
Nguyen
D.H. "Zoon"
HUD
Spec Asst, Fair
Housing & Equal Opp.
Prabhakar
Arati
Commerce
Dir, Natl Inst of
Stnds & Technology
Rivas
Ladice
WH
Office of Admin (D.
Watkins) **Temp.**
Rodgers
Richard
Commerce
Conf. Asst, Leg &
Intergov'l Afffairs
Russel
Matthew
DOD
Staff Specialist, OUSD
Sagawa
Shirley
WH
Spec Asst to Pres for
Domestic Policy
Sakura
Daniel
DOI
Spec Asst, Nat'l Park
Service
Shon
Debbie
USTR
Asst
USTR
for
Intergov'l & Public
Affairs
Suyat
Stanley
EEOC
Chief of Staff
Wing
Frank
HUD
Sr Advsr to the Secr.
Whang
Judith
HHS
Spec Asst
Yanagi
Sharon
Commerce
Spec Asst, Leg. Affrs.
Yee
Melinda
Commerce
Spec Asst to Secr. &
Sr Advsr on the Pac.
Rim; detailed to
California Task Force
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Lal
Dhyan
Commiss
Member, WH Comm on
Pres Scholars
Shimoura
James
Commiss
Member, WH Comm on
Pres Scholars
ATTACHMENT #2:
CHINESE AMERICAN POLITICAL APPOINTEES
Last Name
First Name
Agency
Title
Chang
Jennifer
HHS
Spec Asst, Children
& Families
Chow
Barbara
WH
Spec Asst to Pres. for
Legislative Affairs
Chow
Edward
VA
DAS, Policy
Lee
Kathleen Wah
HUD
Specialist, Intergov'l
Relations
Lee
Malcolm
State
Spec. Asst., Under Sec
for
Economic
&
Agricultural Affairs
Lew
Ginger
WH
Personnel Mgr, Pres.
Personnel
Li
Gordon
WH
Researcher,
Pres.
Personnel
Lin
Christiana
WH
Research Asst, Public
Liason
Min
Nancy Ann
OMB
Assoc Dir for Health
Wing
Frank
HUD
Sr Advsr to the Secr.
Yee
Melinda
Commerce
Spec Asst to Secr. &
Sr Advsr on the Pac.
Rim; detailed to
California Task Force
ATTACHMENT #3:
JAPANESE AMERICAN POLITICAL APPOINTEES
Last Name
First Name
Agency
Title
Hayashi
Dennis
HHS
Director, Office for
Civil Rights
Inadomi
Leeann
WH
Dir of Cong Corresp,
WH Legal Affairs
Itoh
William
NSC
Exec Secretary
Matsui
Doris
WH
Dep Asst to Pres & Dep
Dir, Public Liaison
Nishikawa
Wendy
WH
Asst to Dep Dir of
Public Liason
Sagawa
Shirley
WH
Spec Asst to Pres for
Domestic Policy
Sakura
Daniel
DOI
Spec Asst, Nat'l Park
Service
Yanagi
Sharon
Commerce
Spec Asst, Leg. Affrs.
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Shimoura
James
Commiss
Member, WH Comm on
Pres Scholars
ATTACHMENT #4:
KOREAN AMERICAN POLITICAL APPOINTEES
Last Name
First Name
Agency
Title
Chung
Cathy
EPA
Program Advisor,
Advance/Briefing
Hahn
Andrew
WH
Director, Presidential
Letters & Msgs
Lee
Simon Un
HUD
Spec Asst,
Congressional
Relations
Shon
Debbie
USTR
Asst USTR for
Intergov'l & Public
Affairs
Whang
Judith
HHS
Spec Asst
Attachment #5
Asian and Pacific Islander American Population by Ethnicity
For 1990 and 1980
Total U.S. Pop.
1980 to 1990
% Total U.S. Pop.
Ethnicity
1990
1980
% Inc.
1990
1980
TOTAL API
7,273,662
3,726,440
95.2%
2.9%
1.6%
Chinese
1,645,472
812,178
102.6%
0.7%
0.4%
Filipino
1,406,770
781,894
79.9%
0.6%
0.3%
Japanese
847,562
716,331
18.3%
0.3%
0.3%
Korean
798,849
357,393
123.5%
0.3%
0.2%
Vietnamese
614,547
245,025
123.5%
0.3%
0.2%
Laotian
149,014
47,683
212.5%
0.1%
0.1%
Cambodian
147,411
16,044
818.8%
0.1%
**
Thai
91,275
45,279
101.6%
**
**
Other API
1,572,762
704,613
123.2%
0.6%
0.3%
TOTAL U.S. POPULATION:
248,709,873
226,545,805
9.8%
100.0%
100.0%
*****
Projections of Asian Pacifics in
the United States by Nativity (x1000)
U.S. Born
F-Born
Total
%F-Born
%U.S. Born
1990 Total
2,632
4,633
7,274
64%
36%
** Signifies less than one-tenth of one percent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of the Census, 1980 & 1990 Censuses
Attachment #6
Comparison of Immigration Data
Chinese
Japanese
Korean
Filipino
Vietnamese
1980 by
foreign-born
514,000
203,000
293,000
506,000
222,000
1980 by country
of birth
286,000
222,000
290,000
501,000
231,000
1990 by
foreign-born
977,000
387,000
670,000
1,006,000
534,000
1990 by country
of birth
543,000
422,000
673,000
998,000
556,000
Estimated new
immigration
456,000
193,000
382,000
555,000
315,000
Publ. INS report
(80-89)
419,000
41,000
337,000
467,000
396,000
*The estimated new immigration is determined by subtracting t
1980 Asian Pacific American foreign-born survivals from the 19
foreign-born population.
Attachment #7
According to U.S. Immigration Statistics, the following
numbers of legal immigrants were admitted to the U.S.
between 1820 and 1985:
Germany:
7,031,370
Italy:
5,330,060
Ireland:
4,697,290
Austria/Hungary:
4,326,000
China:
735,095
Hong Kong:
242,077