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Pelosi Statement on Lunar New Year
Monday, January 26, 2009
Contact:Brendan Daly/Nadeam Elshami, 202-226-7616
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in commemoration of Lunar New Year, which begins today, Monday, January 26:
“Please join me to celebrate one of the most auspicious times for many Asian and Asian American cultures: the Lunar New Year. This particular year commemorates the year of the Ox, known for their sustained effort and hard work – qualities we must utilize to meet the enormous challenges facing our economy.
“AAPIs are an influential and significant constituency in San Francisco, my home district, where the Lunar New Year is prominently observed, and I am proud to represent them. Celebrations in the Bay Area will include the Chinese New Year’s parade, Losar in the Tibetan community, and Tet in the Vietnamese community – all of which mirror the mix of cultures and festivities that will take place throughout the United States and the world to honor this joyous occasion and the opportunity to be with ones’ families.
“My best wishes to all in the Year of the Ox.”
