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    California Legislature designates Vietnam Human Rights Day in May
    • April 28, 2023

    The California Legislature has designated May 11 as Vietnam Human Rights Day.

    Championed by Assemblymember Tri Ta, R-Westminster, legislators passed a resolution Thursday to commemorate the day “in support of efforts to achieve freedom and human rights for the people of Vietnam.”

    “The Vietnamese people are suffering under an oppressive regime, and our hearts are with them,” Ta said. “Passing this resolution today sends an important message that Californians stand in solidarity with the people of Vietnam and that we are willing to help fight for their freedom.”

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    The measure encourages Californians to mark May 11 with activities such as ceremonies, discussions or rallies. It also “recognizes the need for a democratic government,” according to Ta’s office.

    The legislature’s move came ahead of Black April, or April 30, which marks the fall of Saigon and South Vietnam. Millions of Vietnamese fled in boats to escape the communist regime, many finding a home in Orange County and building Little Saigon.

    Westminster, which Ta represents, was the first city to recognize Black April Memorial Week, it says on its website. Ta is Westminster’s former mayor and the first Vietnamese American elected mayor in the country.

    Westminster will hold a Black April event on Sunday — with a wreath ceremony, prayers, remarks from elected officials, songs and more — at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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    ​ Orange County Register 

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