Congressman HONDAs leadership emphasizes the importance of diversity. cultural education. and awareness of the many beautiful cultures and heritages that are woven into the fabric of our country. Thank you. Congressman HONDA. for your dedication and your passion. May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States on May 7. 1843. and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10. 1869. The majority of the workers who laid the tracks were Chinese immigrants. Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is celebrated with community festivals. governmentsponsored activities. and educational activities for students. Currently. 15 million Asian Pacific Americans live in the United States.
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