(CAAL) Forum and NY party

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Chinese AmericanAssociation of Lexington Election Forum and New Year Party

I have previously written about the Chinese Americans(CAs)of Lexington, Massachusetts being the most active and mainstream minority communities in the state � we have the highest voter registration percentage, elected town wide CA officers and representatives, and community association and task force representing us and giving back to the town.

The town election this year features electing school committee member (2 from 4 candidates with one CA candidates for a 95million dollar school budget). Because of our voting strength, candidates traditionally come to an election forum sponsored by CAAL and compete to get our endorsement. Active minorities voting as a block can often sway elections which is typically how minorities in the US gain political influence as a group. Below are three photos of the candidates, the audiences, and campaign literature at the forum traditionally held at our home each year.

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Candidates addressing audience

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part of the audience

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Campaign literature from the candidates

Biannually, CAAL also stages a Chinese New Year party with buffet dinner and performances for the residents of the town. Tickets to the event are hot items and always quickly sold out. Town elected officers and notables are invited. This year , CAAL raised the largest amountof donation for the local library ($70,000+ in a few months) from our members as a form of give-back for the privilege of living in this wonderful town. An excellent buffet dinner of Chinese food followed by performances of local talents were enjoyed by all. In our 50 years of living here, I am moved to say this is the best contribution and new year party yet from CA efforts. Congratulations!

Below are some photos taken at the party.

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