Pelosi Statement on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

"Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the remarkable achievements, rich cultures, and extraordinary contributions of the AAPI community.  For generations, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have contributed to every aspect of the American experience.  Their energy and entrepreneurial spirit, courage and creativity, sacrifice and hard work have strengthened the foundation of our nation.

"Today, our AAPI brothers and sisters continue to move America forward.  In advocating for equality of opportunity, justice and inclusion, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have been vital to shaping our shared American identity in cities across the country.  In my hometown of San Francisco, a deeply-rooted, vibrant and growing AAPI community continues to build our city, continues to enrich it, and reminds us every day that the beauty is in the mix.

"During this Asian Pacific American Heritage month, let us honor the invaluable contributions, undaunted spirit, and enduring legacy of AAPI Americans.  Let us reaffirm our legacy as a nation that fulfills our most basic promise: out of many, we are one."