March 21, 2025 | Vol. 54, Issue 6

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Asian American Commission adds four new commissioners for Massachusetts

The Asian American Commission swore in four new commissioners on Feb. 25 at the Statehouse. (Image courtesy of Yiming Zhao.)

Asian American Commission hosted a swearing-in ceremony for four new commissioners Feb. 25 at the Statehouse.

Executive director Jenny Chiang expressed appreciation for all the work the commission had done in the past year.

Treasurer Deborah Goldberg swore in new commissioners Samuel Hyun, Danielle Kim, Betty King and Haniya Syeda.

Reappointed members are Jonjy Ananth, Mary Chin, Nina Liang and Philjay Solar.

Chairperson Vira Douangmany Cage spoke at the event. (Image courtesy of Yiming Zhao.)
AAC vice chairperson Mabel Lam spoke at the event. (Image courtesy of Yiming Zhao.)

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