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Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York

Annual Dinner Gala

2017 HONORARY CHAIRMAN Mona So Charles P. Wang

HONORARY CO-CHAIRMAN Prof. Henry Lee James Pi

CHAIRMAN Wai Lap Leung, M.D.

CO-CHAIRMEN Michael Tong Jackson Kuan, M.D.

VICE CHAIRWOMAN Congratulations & Best Wishes Lana Choy, Esq.

PRESIDENT Vincent Wang, D.O. Chinese American Citizens Alliance EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENTS Shari Cai Yen S. Chou of Greater New York Lina Fang Jason Fu Zili He, M.D. K. C. Hon, M.D. Kin Y. Lam, M.D. We are especially proud of Wensong Li, M.D.

VICE PRESIDENTS Mingder Chang, Ph.D. Charles P. Wang James J. Cui, M.D. Long Deng Diane Jing For his love and service of people Lily Han Yuan Hong Li Rosalyn Meyer Xiaoming Zhang, Ph.D.

CHINA PROJECT CHAIRWOMAN Yuan Hong Li

CAF LIBRARIES PRESIDENT Diane Jing

ASIAN AMERICAN YOUTH PROGRAM PRESIDENT Yen S. Chou

LIANGSHAN PROJECT PRESIDENT Wensong Li, M.D.

LEGAL COUNSEL Lana Choy, Esq.

TREASURERS Jason Fu Congratulates Barbara Yee

SECRETARY Rosalyn Meyer DIRECTORS Long (Dragon) Deng David Chiang, M.D. Maxine Chou Robert Crupi, M.D. Business Pioneer Award Gary Guo, M.D. Peter Koo, Councilman Jin Li, M.D. Kaity Tong

ADVISORS Ti-Hua Chang Chinese American World War II Veterans Prof. James Hsiung Jie Hu Arthur Klein, M.D. Patriot Award Daniel Chi-Chow Kuo, M.D. John Lam Florence Lau George Liu, M.D. Hsien Kwang Liu, M.D. Thank you ALL for making a difference in the community Jack Rosen, Esq. Daisy Saw,M.D. Yi Shen 42-60 Main Street, Suite E, Flushing, NY 11355 USA Tel: 718-358-9888 Fax: 718-358-9788 Website: www.chinaaidsfund.org Email: [email protected] Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York 39 Bowery No. 613, New York, New York 10002 First Anniversary Dinner Saturday, December 2, 2017, 6 pm Golden Unicorn Restaurant, 18 East Broadway, New York City National Anthem: Commander Kenneth Wong, American Legion Post 1291 Welcoming Remarks: Wai Wah Chin, CACAGNY President Greetings from Special Guests including: Borough President Gale Brewer, NYS Senator Hamilton, NYS Assemblyman Abbate, NYC Councilmember Colton, Cranston Mayor Allan Fung, CT Senator Tony Hwang ~ Honoring ~ Charles Pei Wang Leadership Award Long “Dragon” Deng Service and Business Award Peter C. Woo and Chinese American World War II Veterans Patriot Award plus Live Auction of Corky Lee's Photograph “Double Dragon” Presenting CACAGNY Service Recognition Awards to P. Wong, C. Vavruska & Elmhurst United Presentation of C.A.C.A. Detective Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarships Contents Program...... 1 Acknowledgements...... 2 President's Message...... 3 Honoree Charles Pei Wang...... 7 Honoree Long “Dragon” Deng...... 9 Honorees Peter C. Woo...... 11 Corky Lee’s Photograph...... 22 Presentations...... 24 CACAGNY Events...... 5,.12.,.20,.26,.30,.31,.34 Recent CACAGNY Press Links...... 40 Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York

Officers President Wai Wah Chin First Vice President David Lee Second Vice President Stanley Ng Secretary Chris M. Kwok Assistant Secretary Lorinda Chen Treasurer Alex J. Cai Financial Secretary Michael Lee Compliance Officer Linda Lam Compliance Officer Larry Sit Marshal Robert Gee Sentinel Thomas Ong Collector Ming-I Huang National Representative Chris M. Kwok First Anniversary Dinner Committee Chairs • Lorinda Chen • Linda Lam • David Lee • Stanley Ng • Larry Sit • Committee Members and Volunteers (list in formation) • Lorinda Chen • Kenneth Chiu • Jasper Diaz • Robert Gee • Chris Kwok • Linda Lam • • Theresa Law • Bayer Lee • Corky Lee • David Lee • Don Lee • Esther Lee • George Lee • • Wilson Lee • Hannah Li • Jimmy Li • Jerry Lo • Ming-I Huang • • Shirley Ng • Stanley Ng • Tommy Ong • Alex Poy • Member Extraordinaire Charles P. Wang Journal • Cover Design: David Lee • Printing: Gu Xiang Printing Inc. • Event Photography and Videography • Photography: Corky Lee • Videography: Shirley Ng •

CACAGNY and Its First Anniversary Dinner Committee Gratefully Acknowledges Our Supporters Gold Sponsor: Soo Kim Silver Sponsors: • China AIDs Fund •iFresh, Inc. • Bronze Sponsor: • Howard Johnson JFK• Honored Sponsors: • APlus • HealthFirst • Sponsors: •Abacus Bank • Bernard Pau CPA • Crystal Windows • • David J. Louie Insurance Inc. • 384 Grand Street HDFC & UA3 • Supporters: • Lucky Star Bus • Wai Wah Chin • David Lee • • George Lee • Jin Lee • Michael Lee • Stanley Ng • Benton Yip • Chinese American Citizens Alliance Greater New York 紐約同源會

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2016 Inaugural Officers: Dear Friends of CACAGNY, President Wai Wah Chen First VP David Lee Second VP Stanley Ng Welcome to the First Anniversary Dinner of CACAGNY, the Greater New York Chapter of Secretary Chris M. Kwok the Chinese American Citizens Alliance! Asst Secy Lorinda Chen Treasurer Alex Cai Financial Michael Lee Warm greetings to our special guests, including our past National President Ed Gor and Compliance Linda Lam others who came from far away, and, most notably, our inspiring Honorees Charles Pei Compliance Larry Sit Marshal Robert Gee Wang, Dragon Deng, and Peter Woo. Each of these honorees has great professional Sentinel Thomas Ong accomplishments, yet never lost vision of the greater community, greater country, and Collector Ming-I Huang National Rep Chris M. Kwok greater good. It is our privilege to have them here tonight. They are beacons to Chinese Americans – all Americans, in fact – by making admirable imprints in this country. They have carved out a space in America, just as we must all do, with honor and integrity, to whatever degree we can, big or small. Chinese Americans are carving out our place in this 2016 Founding Members country, from physically in the mountains for America's railroads, to metaphorically in the And Charter Members halls of its institutions and records of achievements. Our country will be much better with Louis Chan our dedicated contributions. David Chen Kenneth Chiu Jennifer Chu In our first year, CACAGNY has begun to make its imprint, working on many projects you Phil Gim Maggie Jiang will see in this journal. We thank our sponsors and advertisers who have generously Stanley Jin supported us as we carve our space together in Greater New York. Without your Irene Lam tremendous sponsorship, we cannot pursue our common goals. We also owe special thanks Rachel Lam Bayer Lee to our members who in an amazingly short year have done so much. Corky Lee Don Lee Thank you all for your great support. Please enjoy our First Anniversary Dinner, and we George Lee Jin Lee look forward to a wonderful second year together! Rita Lee Rose Lee Jerry Lo Best regards, Li Shen Charles P. Wang Phillip Wong Benton Yip

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Supporting Education CACAGNY continues multiple education initiatives to support education for Chinese Americans: gave a college admissions seminar; participated in an Education Seminar at Khan's Tutorial with Sen. Jesse Hamilton III; held a CACAGNY essay writing contest with $1,000 First Prize; supported the DOJ in its investigation of Harvard admissions policies; canvassed and announced political candidate positions on the SHSAT for Specialized High Schools; has officers interviewed by NYTimes. 只為您而存在 | 深入社區

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Charles Pei Wang is currently President, Chinese American Cultural & Art Association, a New York based non-profit NGO specialized in promoting, bridging two way cultural exchange between U.S. and China. Prior to this new venture, Charles served as the Director of the Child Care Center Development Fund at United Neighborhood Houses. In 1994, Mr. Wang was appointed by then Governor Mario Cuomo as an Assistant Commissioner for Downstate Operations with the NY State Department of Social Services. In 1995, he became the First Executive Director of Chinese descent to head up the Greater Blouse, Skirt & Undergarment Association, a 500 member garment trade association in New York City.

From 1968 to 1989, Mr. Wang worked at the Chinese American Planning Council (CPC) in New York City's Chinatown. He held various positions at CPC, including managing director and executive director, and helped make CPC one of the largest and most prominent social services agencies for the Chinese American community. From 1989 to 1993, Mr. Wang served as President of China Institute in America, and brought back to life this old cultural and art institution found in 1930. As a strong advocate for the right of Asian immigrants, Mr. Wang made possible the first public hearing on New York Asian American Affairs sponsored by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights in 1974, and the publication of Outlook of Asian Americans in New York, by Untied Way-Tri State in 1989. From 1990 to 1995, Mr. Wang was appointed by then President George H.W. Bush as Vice Chairman of U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, a sub-cabinet rank position, with the History of Discrimination Against Asian Americans in U.S.A. published by the Commission, the most comprehensive account of all legislation by the U.S. government against Asians to date. He also led the opening of a Social Security Administration office and the construction of new public housing, hospital, senior housing, public school, and a new post office in Chinatown, along with the formation of Chinese Immigrant service organizations of North America.

Five consecutive U.S. presidents have appointed Mr. Wang to commissions, beginning with President Jimmy Carter to the President's Commission on Mental Health/Asian American Panel. In 1980, Mr. Wang was invited to serve on the New York State Crime Prevention Task Force, and the New York State Governor's Task Force on Health Care Financing. In 1982, he was elected as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the United Way of New York City, in 1989, Chairman of the Chinese Community Relations Council, and on the Boards of New York City Partnership, Emblem Health Service and the WNET- Channel 13 Tri-State Community Board. Among his positions, he was Co-Chairman of the Human Service Council of New York, Vice Chairman of the New York City Health System Agency, Secretary of the Private Industry Council and Chairman of the U.S. Bureau of the Census 1990-2000 Asian and Pacific Islanders Advisory Committee, under President Ford and Reagan; National Advisory Board to U.S. Department of Labor, under President George W. Bush; Co-Chairman of China AIDS Fund, and co-founder of Committee of 100. Mr. Wang helped Dr. Kissinger open diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China. To stimulate between China and United States, he was appointed an advisor to Matsuoka America, a garment manufacturer in China, Rilin Construction Group, and later formed Rosen/Wang Global Partners to provide consultation and advice to firms doing business in U.S. and China. Mr. Wang's numerous awards for his distinguished service include the Ellis Island Medal of Honor and Charles Wang Day in Manhattan.

CACAGNY Service and Business Award Long “Dragon” Deng

Mr. Long Deng is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of iFresh, Inc. and President of NewYorkMart, Inc. Mr. Deng moved to the U.S. back in the 1990s and founded his empire from a food importation and wholesale company called Strong America, and then developed a chain of Chinese supermarket stores along the east coast. These businesses transformed into iFresh, Inc., the first Chinese / Asian supermarket group to be listed on an American exchange; iFresh, Inc. (NASDAQ:IFMK) listed on Nasdaq created a milestone in Chinese American history. Mr. Deng’s leadership has grown iFresh to over twenty supermarkets in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Florida. Mr. Deng has been the Finance CoChair of the New York Republican State Committee since 2014. During the 2016 Presidential Election, he was one of the major supporters to President Trump. As President of U.S. Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Deng has fostered better business relations between U.S. and China. 邓龙纽约州共和党财政委员会共同主席、爱新鲜集团董事长、美国华商会会长

邓龙1990年移民美国，先后成立食品进出口和批发的公司龙胜行办庄及11家遍布美国全国各地的大型连锁超市。邓龙2016年组建爱新鲜集团（iFresh, Inc.），并以美国首家上市的华人超市集团姿态亮相纳斯达克，开创美国华商历史新纪元。同时，邓龙在2014年获纽约州共和党党部任命，出任纽约州共和党财政委员会共同主席，成为首位担任这一职位的华裔。在2016年总统大选期间，作为特朗普支持者的主要代表，邓龙成为其胜选的重要助选力量之一。随后，邓龙受特朗普夫妇邀请参加总统大选庆功晚会和2017年总统就职典礼，为华人参与美国政坛的领军人物。

CACAGNY Patriot Award Peter Woo

The Seventh Legionnaire Past Post Commander Peter Woo was born in Taishan County, China, in 1919, around the time of the May 4th Movement in China when the intelligensia and college students called for the replacement of literary Chinese with the common vernacular. In Taishan, Mr. Woo received the equivalent of four years of English education taught by American Catholics. After he graduated at age 16 from the Taishan Normal School, he was able to visit Nanjing, where he acquired fluency in the mandarin tongue. In 1937, armed with an immigration letter, Mr. Woo departed from China and immigrated to the United States of America via Seattle. He boarded a train to Canada before arriving in New York City, where his father conducted his business. In 1943, he was studying at New York University when the U. S. Army drafted him into the military service. Commander Woo went to Camp Robinson, Arkansas, for basic training. He was then transferred to Camp Bennett, Texas, where he became an interpreter for other Chinese soldiers inducted into the American Army. Later, Mr. Woo was dispatched to Patterson Field, Ohio, where he hooked up with the 407th Air Force on special assignment. His classified secret assignment exempted him from performing KP (kitchen police) duties. His assignment put him on a convoy which traveled to Africa, through the Red Sea, in India, and finally to an area bordering China, where he stayed for six months. Mr. Woo’s ability to speak mandarin and understand English led to his posting with the 14th Air Force. There, he attended the highest official meetings. During his stint, the Japanese planes bombed Hankow. When the U. S. 14 th Air Force retaliated by bombing Japanese occupied territory in China, but mistakenly attacked the Chinese forces in the Chunking – Chengdu area in Sichuan Province, Mr. Woo was selected to participate in the Allied top secret meeting to rectify this matter. They established new procedures to prevent another tragic recurrence. Mr. Woo served three years with the 407 th Unit in China, where he faithfully translated secret documents, participated in negotiations with the Chinese Army, and in the reporting of untoward behavior by Chinese troops up the chain of command to Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek. Mr. Woo generally held fond memories of his service hitch. His less than palatable memorable experience occurred when he was being flown to India. Two Japanese aircrafts followed and bombed the airport. As Commander Woo described it, he became so scared that he could hardly walk. When he returned to the States, he entered the wholesale seafood business, selling shrimp, lobster, and fish. Mr. Woo soon joined other veterans in establishing the Chinatown branch of the American Legion in Manhattan. At that time, the ex- servicemen were hoodlums who were not so educated, and who indulged in gambling. Commanders came from the On Leong Hong and Hip Sing Hong associations. The members held independent $4,000 bank accounts. When Mr. Woo became the Post Commander (1955-1958), he attempted to be fair to every member, and was able to consolidate $70,000 for the post. He was instrumental in the purchase of the building at 191 Canal Street for the Lt. Kimlau Post, the present site of Post 1291. He had wanted to purchase the building for himself by paying a $10,000 deposit. However, the members trusted him and opted to have the building be designated for use by the local American Legion Post as long as he agreed to be responsible for running the building and overseeing the mortgage payments. Honoring Chinese American World War II Vets for their Patriotism & Service CACAGNY and American Legion Lt. B.R. Kimlau Chinese Memorial Post 1291 jointly sponsored a press conference on Flag Day and a volunteer Awards ceremony on Thanksgiving for Congressional Bills S.1050 and H.R. 2358 “Chinese-American World War II Veteran Congressional Gold Medal Act” to honor Chinese American patriots during WWII.

CHARLES E. SCHUMER Democratic Leader NEW YORK

WASHINGTON, DC 20510-3203 December 2, 2017

Dear Friends,

Please accept my warmest greetings and sincerest congratulations as you gather for the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York’s 1st Anniversary Dinner. I am grateful for the opportunity to recognize the exemplary work of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York, its officers, staff and volunteers on this auspicious occasion.

Founded in 1895, the C.A.C.A continues to be a staunch advocate of empowering Chinese Americans. Guided by the ideals of patriotism, civility and dedication to family and culture, the C.A.C.A has fought against racial discrimination, defended civil rights, opposed anti- immigration movements and countered efforts to marginalize Chinese American culture and heritage. After a 30-year hiatus, last December the New York chapter of the C.A.C.A re-emerged and has since dedicated its time to strengthening our community. The CACAGNY has been able to provide members of our community with scholarships as well as opportunities to gain insight on political candidates, the college admissions process and methods to combat crime and promote safety in our neighborhoods through its various forums. I applaud the CACGNY for its commitment to bettering the lives of people in our community.

I would also like to congratulate tonight’s distinguished honorees: Charles Pei Wang, recipient of the Gold Medal Service Award and Chinese American WWII Veterans, recipients of the Patriot Award, to be accepted by the Lt. BR Kimlau American Legion Post 1291. I am pleased to join everyone gathered here this evening in recognizing these individuals for their dedication to the mission of the C.A.C.A. Their vision and commitment serves as an inspiration to us all. I would also like to recognize tonight’s special presentation of the Detective Wen Jian Liu Scholarship. Detective Wen Jian Liu exemplified strength, honor and dedication to serving our community and I commend the CACAGNY for creating a scholarship in his memory.

Again, thank you and congratulations on behalf of all New Yorkers. I am confident that the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York will continue its noble efforts for years to come. Best wishes for an inspirational event!

Sincerely,

Charles E. Schumer United States Senator

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December 2, 2017

Dear Friends:

I am delighted to join the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York in welcoming everyone to its First Anniversary Dinner.

With roots dating back to 1895, C.A.C.A has long been a leader in advocating for the rights and wellbeing of Asian Americans throughout the United States, and its New York Chapter was re-chartered last year to help advance its important mission. By providing scholarships, offering workshops about crime prevention and the college admissions process, addressing issues that impact Chinese Americans and hosting cultural events that preserve their rich heritage, this wonderful organization has uplifted so many people in the five boroughs and beyond. As you gather in fellowship to celebrate everything this Chapter has accomplished in its inaugural year, I applaud its members and supporters for their efforts to foster civic engagement, unite and empower our vital Chinese community, and uphold our city’s core values of equality and diversity. Together, we will ensure our great city remains an inclusive hub of opportunity for New Yorkers of all backgrounds.

On behalf of the City of New York, congratulations to tonight’s honorees. Please accept my best wishes for a festive evening and continued success.

Sincerely,

Bill de Blasio Mayor

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Congratulation to Gold Medal Service Award Honoree Mr. Charles Pei Wang whom we are proud to also have as a valuable member of 384 Grand Street HDFC & UA3 & Deepest Appreciation to our Chinese American WWII Veterans

Much Success to Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York on this Annual Gala and Award Dinner

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C.A.C.A. members from across the nation. Photos by Corky Lee

CACAGNY gratefully thanks Corky Lee for donating his “'Double Dragon': view from Manhattan Bridge during Lunar New Year parade on East Broadway, 2013” for Auction with Proceeds to CACAGNY on the occasion of our First Anniversary. Congratulations to Chinese American Citizens Alliance Greater New York Honorees

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CACAGNY is grateful for the hard work of community members who toil, sometimes for years, on projects that affect the daily lives of their neighbors, without any thought of recognition. Whether fighting for better schools or access to them, protecting the Specialized High Schools, or protesting improper dumping of crime-ridden shelters on unequipped neighborhoods, they work tirelessly, bravely and with commitment for their community. We recognize with great appreciation two CACAGNY members, Phil Wong and Charles Vavruska, as well as Elmhurst United, which includes many CACAGNY members, for their great service to our communities.

C.A.C.A. Detective Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarship

The Chinese American Citizens Alliance Community Involvement Fund will fund the first Detective Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarship in honor of the Chinese American policeman slain in December 2014 while protecting and serving as one of New York City’s finest. C.A.C.A. members from as far away as California and Oregon, led by President Ed Gor from Texas, were moved by the death of Det. Wenjian Liu three years ago in New York. Det. Wenjian Liu was from Toishan (Taishan) of Guangdong, a place many Chinese Americans call ancestral home; nearly all the early Chinese immigrants to the U.S. came from that one county. Our President Gor, also of Toishan County, reached out to our C.A.C.A. members to honor Liu with a living memorial to make a real, lasting impact to improve the future of our communities. Our members responded immediately and contributed funds to establish a scholarship to be named in honor of Det. Wenjian Liu and to support other Chinese- Americans who hope to serve their community by police work. We are pleased to present our first Detective Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarships of $1,000 each award to two New Yorkers who aspire to become police officers: current John Jay College sophomore Harrison Yuan and junior Peng Zhang.

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Dear Friends:

I am pleased to join you in celebrating the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York in celebrating this first anniversary.

Since 1895, CACA has empowered Chinese Americans, defended civil rights, and promoted Chinese American culture and heritage. Your work is a great service to the Chinese American community in New York City, and I am glad that CACAGNY has returned after a hiatus.

On behalf of the Borough of Manhattan, I thank you for your service and wish you many years of success.

Sincerely,

Gale A. Brewer Manhattan Borough President Reaching Out to Communities with Similar Concerns: Denouncing Desecration of Graves CACAGNY and BRACE invited Jewish leaders to denounce vandalism against Chinese American graves in Cypress Hills Cemetery. This bridges Jewish and Chinese American communities to discuss common values and concerns.

Protesting Crime-Ridden Shelters in Chinese American Communities CACAGNY joined Elmhurst United (many of whom are also CACAGNY members) and candidates for office to protest the creation of crime-ridden homeless shelters in neighborhoods where many Chinese-Americans live. Crime & Safety Forum Forgotten Victims: Crime and Violence Against Chinese Americans June 6, 2017 Committee Chair Jin Lee CACAGNY held a Forum with the public and a panel of experts in the Auditorium at 62 Mott Street in New York Chinatown in collaboration with ● The Lin Sing Association ● The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association ● Coalition of Asian Americans for Civil Rights to address the issue that Chinese-Americans, especially immigrants, continue to suffer crime and violence in the city, and tend to underreport or not to report crimes they suffer

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December 2017

Dear Friends,

Congratulations to the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (C.A.C.A.) of Greater New York on your Inaugural Dinner Celebration on December 2, 2017.

I am delighted that the New York chapter of the C.A.C.A is once again an integral part of a national organization that has empowered and assisted Chinese Americans since 1895.

2017 marks one hundred and first year since the original inception of the kindred C.A.C.A group in New York, a new and innovative group of active community leaders and advocates has taken on the responsibility in New York of fostering Chinese American interests as well as building upon the rich history.

I look forward to continuing to work with the CACAGNY and your ongoing mission of fairness, equal opportunity, the principles of patriotism, civility, dedication to family and culture, with the highest ethical and moral standards.

Again, best wishes for a most successful Dinner.

Sincerely,

Peter J. Abbate, Jr. Member of Assembly

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President Wai Wah Chin 39 Bowery # 613 New York NY 10002

Dear President Wai Wah Chin:

Congratulations to the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York on your reorganizing as the New York Chapter after a 30 year hiatus as the New York Chapter of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance. The Chinese American Citizens Alliance has been serving Chinese Americans since 1895 and we welcome you in once again being reestablished as the New York Chapter.

I especially want to congratulate you in that you will be AWARDING the first recipients of your Detective Wenjian Liu Law Enforcement Scholarship.

I congratulate your President Wai Wah Chin and all your officers’ great success as you back to New York the services for which your parent organization has been renowned.

I am sure that this will bring great benefits to all those with whom your New York Chapter comes into contact.

Very truly yours,

William Colton Member of Assembly 47th AD

□ Room 733, Legislative Office Building, Albany, New York 12248, (518) 455-5828 □ District Office: 155 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, New York 11223, (718) 236-1598

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Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York 39 Bowery, #613 New York, NY 10002

Dear Friends:

I am delighted to congratulate you as you celebrate the culmination of your first year of service.

I am also pleased that, after a 30-year hiatus, CACAGNY has been rechartered and reinvig- orated, and will continue to pursue its original mission of empowering Chinese Americans. It is especially admirable that you work to realize the principles of fairness and equal opportunity in your many programs, and that you foster patriotism, civility, and dedication to family and culture.

All New Yorkers appreciate your scholarship awards to outstanding students, which will benefit not only the Chinese American community but all the residents of New York. Your forums on such pressing issues as crime and safety, education, and political participation inform and educate everyone. These activities also foster a close understanding between the Chinese American community and its multicultural neighbors in New York.

Congratulations to your honorees for their contributions to the community. I would also like to congratulate the first recipients of your Detective Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarship.

I wish you every measure of success as you continue your good work now and in the future.

With all good wishes, I am,

Sincerely yours,

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212-587-3159 COMMITTEES FAX: (212) 587-3158 THE COUNCIL OF EDUCATION RECOVERY AND RESILIENCY CITY HALL OFFICE: THE CITY OF NEW Y ORK RULES, PRIVILEGES, AND ELECTIONS

250 BROADWAY, SUITE 1882 TRANSPORTATION NEW YORK, NY 10007 MARGARET S. CHIN YOUTH SERVICES (212) 788-7259 ST [email protected] COUNCIL MEMBER, 1 DISTRICT, MANHATTAN

December 2, 2017

Wai Wah Chin, President Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York 39 Bowery, #613 New York, NY 10002

Dear Friends,

It is my great pleasure to greet attendees at the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York’s First Anniversary Dinner. Today’s event offers a special opportunity to celebrate a new beginning for an organization that is committed to making a difference for the Chinese American community in New York City.

Since returning from a 30-year hiatus, the Chinese American Citizens Alliance has served as an anchor in our community, providing scholarships and hosting forums on public safety, political engagement and civic empowerment.

Tonight, the Chinese American Citizens Alliance has created a space to recognize the everyday heroes in our community who champion the organization’s mission of public service, by awarding the first recipients of its Detective Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarship.

As the Council Member representing Lower Manhattan, it is a privilege to fight alongside such passionate individuals who tirelessly work to uplift our neighborhoods. Thank you for your contributions, and I send you my best wishes for continued success in the years to come.

Sincerely,

Margaret S. Chin 市議員陳倩雯敬賀 Council Member, District 1 New York City Council December 2, 2017

Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York 39 Bowery, 613 New York, NY 10002

Dear Friends:

It is with great pleasure that I extend my warmest greetings and congratulations on the occasion of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance of Greater New York’s First Anniversary Dinner celebration at the Golden Unicorn Restaurant.

After a 30-year hiatus, last December the alliance brought back to new York a chapter of the national Chinese American Citizens Alliance, which has served as a nationally known advocate for Chinese Americans since 1895

On behalf of the New York City Council, I’d like to congratulate the commend the officers, staff and members of the New York Chapter of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance for their tireless work in providing needed services to our community. Congratulations also to the award recipients of the Det. Wenjian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarship.

Please accept my best wishes for a successful event.

Sincerely,

Peter Koo

Cranston City Hall 869 Park Avenue Cranston, Rhode Island 02910 401-461-1000 Allan W. Fung Mayor

December 2, 2017

Dear Friends:

On behalf of the residents of my city and all Chinese Americans in Rhode Island, I am honored to attend your annual gala and recognize the hard work of so many individuals who have advanced the community’s interest throughout their life.

The CACAGNY should be commended for your consistent fight to defend the civil rights of those in our Chinese American community and countering any efforts to marginalize our culture. I applaud your commitment to supporting community services, promoting responsible citizenship, and educating leaders about our important issues. In particular, I am proud to join you in your nationwide advocacy efforts to recognize Chinese American World War II veterans for their dedicated service to our country.

In addition, we cannot thank you enough for honoring the memory of one of our own fallen officers with the Detective Wen Jian Liu Memorial Law Enforcement Scholarship. His legacy will never be forgotten in the community, and I congratulate the scholarship recipients.

Please keep up your great work.

Sincerely,

Allan W. Fung Mayor Some Recent CACAGNY Press Links CACAGNY’s press releases and events receive good coverage in the press. Here is a shortened list of recent examples. The full list is available on our website www.cacagny.org, under “Past Events.”

6/14/17 & 11/19/17: CACAGNY and American Legion honor Chinese American WW II veterans China Press: http://ny.uschinapress.com/spotlight/2017/06-15/122183.html Epoch Times: http://www.epochtimes.com/b5/17/6/15/n9267958.htm Sing Tao Daily: https://tinyurl.com/SingTao2017Nov19 Sinovision: http://video.sinovision.net/?id=39315 Sinovision: http://gate.sinovision.net:82/gate/big5/video.sinovision.net/?id=41930 World Journal: https://tinyurl.com/worldjournal20170615 11/3/17: CACAGNY, BRACE, and Council Candidate Hikind jointly denounce anti-Chinese vandalism China Press: http://ny.uschinapress.com/spotlight/2017/11-04/131991.html World Journal: https://tinyurl.com/WorldJournal2017Nov4 10/26/17: New York Times interviews CACAGNY officers on the SHSAT New York Times: https://tinyurl.com/NYTimes2017Oct25 World Journal: https://tinyurl.com/WorldJournal2017Oct29 10/12/17: CACAGNY hosts mayoral candidate Nicole Malliotakis on Chinatown tour Epoch Times: http://www.epochtimes.com/b5/17/9/1/n9587915.htm NTD TV: http://www.ntdtv.com/xtr/b5/2017/10/13/a1346533.html Sing Tao Daily: https://tinyurl.com/SingTao2017Oct12 Sinovision: http://video.sinovision.net/?id=41373 World Journal: https://tinyurl.com/WorldJournal2017Oct13 9/27/17, 9/30/17 & 10/1/17: CACAGNY holds its first Mid-Autumn Film Festival China Press: http://ny.uschinapress.com/spotlight/2017/09-28/129283.html Sing Tao Daily: https://tinyurl.com/SingTao2017Sep27 World Journal: https://tinyurl.com/WorldJournal2017Sep25 8/10/17, 8/28/17 & 9/1/17: CACAGNY holds forums on City Council candidates China Press: http://ny.uschinapress.com/spotlight/2017/08-11/126067.html China Press: http://ny.uschinapress.com/spotlight/2017/08-29/127284.html Epoch Times: http://www.epochtimes.com/gb/17/8/29/n9576194.htm NTD TV: http://www.ntdtv.com/xtr/b5/2017/08/29/a1339959.html Sing Tao Daily: https://tinyurl.com/SingTao2017Aug28 Sing Tao Daily: https://tinyurl.com/SingTao2017Sep02 Sinovision: http://video.sinovision.net/?id=40604&cid=104 Sinovision: http://video.sinovision.net/?id=40665 Wolrd Journal: https://tinyurl.com/WorldJournal2017Sep1