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Malala Yousafzai and more nominate those who are making history in our world.
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of one of the fastest-growing groups of people living in the United States. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders contain multitudes. They are a global community with a homegrown and unique perspective on America.
Their diversity expands continents and demographics. The hopes and dreams of the AAPI community are America at its finest, and its people and traditions are those that are tightly stitched into the fabric of the nation. The American dream is alive and well within the AAPI community, and we ve gathered so many of those dreams here throughout this inspiring list of individuals.
This is a monumental day for Anaheim, said Mayor Harry Sidhu. We have all missed the joy of Disneyland, and we are so glad to have it back. But this means so much more to working families, small businesses, and our city. The impact of having the theme park closed for 13 months has been devastating. This begins our economic recovery and brings hope back to Anaheim.
Disney CEO Bob Chapek gave a speech to the theme park staff before the gates opened to the public. Chairman Bob Iger was also in attendance. Wow. What a day, Chapek said to employees before the park opened. We have waited so long for this. You can just feel the energy and excitement all around us.