Clinton speaks

Hillary is on via satellite.

"This is a perfect time to host this forum -- May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month."

I've worked for many years with the AAPI community.
Affordable healthcare
Civil rights
Education system
Strengthen middle class
That's just beginning

Just granted Filiipino Vets equality act

Met with all sorts of people in the community.

Plugged website.

Honored and greatful.

Immigration reform
Needs system that is fair. Puts undocumented immigrants on track for citizenship. Reunite families.
1.5 million Asians caught in backlog.
Current immigration laws are badly in need of reform.
Undocumented immigrants will earn a path to legalization.

Healthcare
How to finally close the gap.
Provide $50 mil for culturally competant program.
Pledges to make sure affordable healthcare is available to all Americans.
People will not lose their coverage if they can't afford it.

Foreclosure
Increasing access to federally backed loans
First of prez candidates to support financial reforms to help families
Call for stimulus package to refinance programs
Goal is for all Americans to have access to affordable housing

Include senior level Asian Americans on staff
Will have commitment to have a diverse staff
Committed to hiring and promoting qualified AAPIs throughout the government. Make sure that AAPIs have strong voice and role in her administration.

Education needs of all AAPI communities
Can't take one-size-fits-all approach
Measure student achievement on individual level will help all students