First Chinese American Woman in Congress Opens Doors for AAPI Politicians

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July 15, 2009

Judy Chu's victory to the House of Representatives can open doors for more Asian American politicians, according to one scholar. Chu is the first Chinese American woman elected to Congress, and is one of only a handful of Asian Americans on Capitol Hill.

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