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AABA's statement on the violence in the nation's capital today: AABA is appalled by the violence and mayhem that unfolded today in our nation’s capital during the Congressional Electoral Vote count. These actions are dangerous and an unprecedented assault on democracy and the rule of law. AABA urges President Trump and all members of Congress to fulfill their oath to defend the Constitution and to proceed with the peaceful transition of power.

We are very excited to have this illustrious panel talking about how you can better join the Biden-Harris administration. Join us next Monday for this important discussion. https://www.aaba-bay.com/event-4063683

The AABA Holiday Party features Juicy Liu and Mocha Fapalatte spreading the holiday cheer, and teaching us to make a White Christmas Martini! Happy Holidays everyone.

Tomorrow is AABA's Holiday Party, and there is still time to join the fun. We are excited to announce that our MCs for this festive evening are SF drag legends Juicy Liu and, Miss Gay Asian Pacific Alliance 2019, Mocha Fapalatte. There will be door prizes, a Tarot card reader, caricatures, and a heaping helping of holiday cheer. In addition, Mocha will be teaching us a recipe for a delicious holiday cocktail. Best of all, it's 100% free for AABA members. So, get your tickets now. https://www.aaba-bay.com/event-4049832

Interested in joining the Biden administration? AABA offers experienced panelists that will walk you through the process. Free for AABA members.

AABA's Board continues to serve our members. Thank you Board members for adding another Zoom meeting to your over-full schedules.

Last week, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) issued a new study showing a dramatic spike in anti-Asian sentiment and conspiracy theories about the spread of coronavirus in conversations on Twitter in the days immediately following the president’s first tweet about his positive diagnosis on October 2. [] The level of hatred and vitriol that was aimed at Asian Americans and Chinese people on social media is simply staggering, said Jonathan A. Greenblatt, ADL CEO. The hate speech and stereotyping are irresponsible and can spillover into real world violence. With the alarming increase in physical attacks and hate crimes against Asian Americans in recent months, it is clear that all leaders, including our president, need to stop blaming others for spreading the virus. https://www.adl.org//adl-report-anti-asian-hostility-spike

Applications are now open for 2021 AABA Board seats. You must submit an application to be considered for the election. If you have not recently served as an AABA Co-chair, you will need to submit signatures of 25 voting AABA members to be considered. Applications must be received by Friday, October 30th at 11:59 PM. You can find the application at http://bit.ly/2020AABABoardApp and if you have any questions feel free to email [email protected].

AABA Congratulates Justice Marty Jenkins on his appointment as the first openly gay (and third Black) Supreme Court Justice in California. We thank Justice Jenkins for all he did for the APA community as Governor Newsom's Appointments Secretary, and wish him the best as he replaces the retiring Justice Ming Chin.