In commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Los Angeles uprising, or "Saigu," AAPI Victory Alliance reflects on the progress of community leaders from diverse coalitions to build bridges between historically disenfranchised communities and recommit to fighting systematic injustice.

Varun Nikore
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AAPI Victory Alliance Executive Director Varun Nikore issued the following statement:  

"As we reflect on this 30th anniversary of the Los Angeles Uprising, or what is known as "Saigu" in the Korean community, AAPI Victory Alliance recommits to working with our partners to continue fighting injustice. 

Events in the last couple of years, including the murder of George Floyd and the rise in anti-Asian violence, remind us that our liberations are jointly tied. Reflecting on the intentional Black-Asian community building in the last 30 years after the unrest, I am confident that we have a strong and diverse coalition to lean on as we continue addressing systemic injustices and also healing our communities." 

About AAPI Victory Alliance 

AAPI Victory Alliance works to build Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) political power across the country by providing education on progressive issues; creating and advocating for policies that affect our communities; and building alliances with organizations to help AAPIs exert their power and be the margin of victory at the local, state, and national levels. 

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