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AAPI Caucus Meeting on 11/20 | Register by 11/9 for E-Board | ADEM Delegate Elections | Celebrating Diwali & Bandi Chhor Diwas

Wishing our community a Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas!
Thank You! A big round of thanks to everyone who worked to help Democrats win!

CADEM AAPI Caucus Meeting Friday, November 20, from 8pm-10pm Online – Zoom registration link here.
Our November Executive Board meeting will focus on recapping the election results, reflecting on our Caucus’s efforts, and discussing what the outcomes mean for AANHPI political representation moving forward. We are hopeful that we’ll have some preliminary AANHPI voter data to share, along with an opportunity to hear from newly elected AANHPI leaders about their campaigns, experiences, and priorities.
This will be an important opportunity for us to reflect on our collective work, celebrate our achievements this election cycle.Thank you all for your leadership and commitment to our Caucus. We look forward to seeing everyone in November!

Attention E-Board Members:
CADEM Executive Board Meeting: online, November 20-21 Registration Closes this Monday!
Register by November 9 – Details at https://cadem.org/executive-board/
E-Board Members must register to be able to vote at the meeting. Proxy forms are due November 13 at 5pm.
2027 ADEM Delegate Elections Coming Soon  The ADEM party delegate elections for 2027-2028 are coming up! We will provide more information once the California Democratic Party’s ADEM website is updated.
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Sun 10/25: Day of Action in Union City for Aisha Wahab, Scott Sakikahara, and No on Prop 39 + Register now for November CADEM Executive Board Conference

Help Elect Aisha Wahab for Congress, Scott Sakakihara for State Senate, and No on Prop 39! This Sunday, 10/25 in Union City We’re joining the Silicon Valley Asian Pacific American Democratic Caucus and South Alameda County Young Democrats for a day of action talking to voters in Union City. Meet at Old Alvarado Park, 3871 Smith Street, at 10am. RSVP at tinyurl.com/aapioct25

Volunteer to Elect Democrats in November!
Join us for phonebanks, and other volunteer activities to support our candidates at https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/.

Thursday Afternoon AAPI Phonebanks We’re cohosting phonebanks with South Asians for America, the DNC AAPI Caucus, and other AAPI organizations, to mobilize the AAPI vote in key districts around the country. Since many of these districts are in the Eastern time zone, the phonebank is 3-5pm every Thursday. Sign up at https://bit.ly/SAFA2026Midterms
Official Democratic Party Endorsements CADEM’s Endorsement Lookup Tool is live! Voters can enter their address and find state and local endorsements at https://cadem.org/our-endorsements/

Registration Open for the next CADEM Executive Board Meeting: online, November 20-21
Register by November 9 – Details at https://cadem.org/executive-board/ Our Caucus will meet online for a post-election debrief and discussion, details coming soon.
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AAPI Caucus Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026 5:30-7pm Panel Discussion: Affordability and its Impact on AAPI Community Online


California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting July 31-Aug 2 in San Diego
AAPI Caucus Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026 5:30-7pm Panel Discussion: Affordability and its Impact on AAPI Community Online – Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/cademaapi728

The Summer 2026 CA Dem Executive Board Meeting is July 31-August 2 at Sheraton San Diego Hotel next to the San Diego airport.
Details and tentative agenda at https://cadem.org/executive-board/
Resolutions and Legislation will both be taken up at this E-Board. The party will also be taking positions on November 2026 Propositions, as well as voting on who to endorse in statewide elections with multiple Democrats in the Top 2.
I. Call to Order | Welcome
II. Approval of Agenda
III. Approval of Minutes
IV. Officer/Executive Board Reports 
State Chair’s Report (Hon. Harris Mojadedi)
Vice Chair’s Report (Steve Kang)
State Treasurer’s Report (Diane Le)
State Communications Secretary’s Report (Alfred Twu)
State Recording Secretary’s Report (Shivam Patel)
Parliamentary Chair’s Report (Aref Aziz) CADEM Annual Certification Update
Legislative Director’s Report (Gurpreet Kaur) 
Northern California Region (Angelica Ramos-Allen) Officers: Angelica Ramos-Allen, Hon.Emil Ann Ramos, Lia Aiavao, Uma Krishnan
Central Valley Region (Hon. Rachel Hernandez) Central Valley Political Director: Uriah Blackwell
Southern California Region (Zara Hajee) Officers Jeanie Le, Dr. Indroneal Banerjee, Justin Chu Lee, Hon. Andy Yam
V. A Conversation about Affordability and Its Impact on the AAPI Community 

VI. Speakers (Advanced Sign up required, time permitting)  Speaker Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1B2X2oflNGC38tp2Y6ZBEbAkVeRiEmI0wj608aPXktMbY5w/viewform
VII.   Adjournment

Volunteer to Elect Democrats in November!
We are less than 100 days from Election Day! The road to winning back Congress runs through California – join us for phonebanks, and other volunteer activities to support our candidates at https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/.
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March 26, 2026 Newsletter

Get Ready for the 2026 Primary
The 2026 primary election is coming up on June 2, with ballots mailed to voters in May. Find events, phonebanks, and other volunteer activities to support our candidates at https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/.

Find your CADEM Endorsed Candidates!  A list of all endorsements for statewide offices, Assembly, State Senate, Congress, and Board of Equalization is available at https://cadem.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Final-RATIFIED-2026-Primary-Election-Consent-Calendar.pdf
Not sure which district you are in? CADEM has a tool where you can find your endorsed candidates at https://pdione.net/cdp-endorsements-2026/

It’s time to renew your caucus membership!
Caucus membership is on an annual basis, from January to December. To remain a caucus member, please rejoin in January each year. Lifetime memberships are also available. Link to renew/join is at https://cadem.org/caucuses/

AAPI Caucus Dues:
Annual Dues (January – December) Student / 65+ : $5 Standard Dues: $20
Lifetime Member Dues: $250 Lifetime Sustaining Member Dues: $500
Community Events Calendar

Thursday, March 26, 6:30 to 8pm – Online
Asian Pacific American Democratic Caucus of Alameda County Webinar on History of Asian Americans in the Civil Rights Movement https://apademcaucus.org/apadc-hosts-webinar-on-history-of-asian-americans-in-the-civil-rights-movement/

Saturday, March 28, 10am – Redwood City
San Mateo County AAPI Alliance No Kings Day Rally with SMC Labor Council and WFP
500 County Center in Redwood City

Wednesday, April 1, 6:30pm – Online
Asian American Pacific Islander Democratic Club of San Diego membership meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87245823263

Tuesday, April 7- San Francisco
End Pacific Islander Hate!
Gathering: 9am-12pm, Pacific Islander Cultural District – Leland/Bayshore Ave, San Francisco.
Rally: 1pm-4pm ,Steps of San Francisco City Hall

Thursday, April 9, 6:30-9pm – Hayward
Asian Pacific American Democratic Caucus of Alameda County Annual Membership Dinner https://apademcaucus.org/celebrating-21-years-general-membership-meeting-april-9th/
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CA Dem AAPI Caucus Membership Meeting and Prop 50 Phonebank

Thursday, October 23, 2025 – 5:30-7:30pm

We will be having a brief caucus meeting from 5:30-6pm followed by a phonebank starting for Prop 50 starting at 6pm.

Caucus Administration. Register/Join at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jeQpLktyTR60k5H3yg5qRQ#/registration

I. Call to Order | Welcome

II. Approval of Agenda

III. Caucus Officer Reports

  1. State Chairs Report (Hon. Harris Mojadedi)
  2. State Vice Chairs Report (Steve Kang)
  3. State Treasurers Report (Diane Le)
  4. State Communication Secretary’s Report (Hon. Alfred Twu)
  5. State Recording Secretary’s Report (Shivam Patel)
  6. Parliamentary Chairs Report (Aref Aziz)
  7. Legislative Directors Report (Gurpreet Kaur)
  8. Northern California Region (Angelica Ramos-Allen)
  9. Southern California Region (Zahra Hajee)

IV. AAPI’s United for Prop 50 Phonebank (6pm-7:30pm)https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/event/846944/

V. Speakers 

VI. Adjournment

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AAPI Caucus Membership Meeting – Friday, August 22, 2025

California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting AAPI Caucus Meeting: Friday, August 22, 7:30-9pm AANHPI Organizing in the Digital Age

Special guest, Texas State Representative Gene Wu, current Chair of the Texas Democratic House Caucus, will speak on his experience fighting the Republican power grab in Texas.

Afterwards, our SoCal Chair Zahra Hajee will be moderating a panel on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Organizing in the Digital Age. Zoom Link: https://cadem-org.zoom.us/…/regi…/kHIY86BJRNeIH8Lbo5E9eA

If time is available after the panel, we’ll have time for candidates and campaigns to speak, sign up in advance at https://forms.gle/QEPJ4NMaGwHKzcDz7
Community Events Calendar

Wednesday, August 20: Korean American Democratic Committee – Movie and Mingle https://www.facebook.com/KADemCom/posts/pfbid0Ppuke4nnVS8orgMLe6w1aLaibuRYHGmC5SCexKbnjhh7Wwdfi2gAdLeLfa81ZDVVl
Saturday, Sept 6: Sonoma County Asian Pacific Islander Democratic Club – September Membership Meeting and Mixer https://forms.gle/kVR15LovkP1i5AEk8
Thursday, Sept 11: Asian Pacific American Democratic Caucus of Alameda County Annual Membership Meeting and Fundraiser https://secure.actblue.com/donate/din25
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Meet our 2025-2027 Board!

Statewide
Chair: Hon. Harris Mojadedi
Vice Chair: Steve Kang
Treasurer: Diane Le
Recording Secretary: Shivam Patel
Communications Secretary: Hon. Alfred Twu
Legislative Chair: Gurpreet Kaur
Parliamentary Chair: Aref Aziz

Northern California
Chair: Angelica Ramos-Allen
Vice Chair & Political Director: Hon. Emily Ann Ramos
Secretary: Malia (“Lia”) Aiavao
Outreach & Local Clubs Chair: Uma Krishnan

Central Valley
Central Valley Vice Chair: Hon. Rachel Hernandez
Central Valley Political Director: Uriah Blackwell

Southern California
Chair: Zahra Hajee
Vice Chair & Political Director: Jeanie Le
San Diego Vice Chair & Political Director: Indroneal Banerjee
Secretary: Justin Chu Lee
Outreach & Local Clubs Chair: Hon. Andrew Yam

Learn more about each of our board members here: https://aapicaucus.com/about-us/executive-board/
California Democrats Stand with Immigrant Communities and Oppose the President’s Illegal Orders
We oppose the president’s deliberate chaos and use of fear & disorder for political gain. We urge all Democrats to speak up and speak out to protect our communities, our democracy, and the rule of law.
Delegates: Apply to be on a Standing Committee
DSCC members are eligible to serve on a California Democratic Party Standing Committee. Standing Committee members help shape the future of our party by adopting party rules, resolutions, legislation, platform, and so much more.
The 2025-2027 Standing Committee Application is now open. 

The application will close on Monday, July 7 at 12:00 AM.

CADEM Standing Committees:
Credentials
Finance
JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)
Legislation
Organizing
Platform
Resolutions
Rules

Head to our website to learn more about each committee and how you can get more involved.
Statewide Officers will seek to uplift our Party’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the appointment of diverse voices that reflect the collective power of 10 million California Democrats.
You can apply to be a member of any one of our Standing Committees that interests you and to which you feel you can make a contribution. You will only need to apply once for all of the committees in which you are interested.
APPLY NOW

Note: Current committee members must reapply in order to be reconsidered for continued service.

Community Events Calendar
Saturday, June 14: Walk with the San Mateo County AAPI Alliance in the San Mateo County Pride Parade https://partiful.com/e/T8j3GJmB6qVJI2yZ4091

Renew your Caucus Membership for 2025
Memberships are now by calendar year, so if you haven’t renewed yet for 2025, it’s time to renew your caucus membership! To pay dues, go to https://cadem.org/caucuses/ and click on Caucus Dues.

AAPI Caucus Dues: Annual Dues (January – December)
Student / 65+ : $5
Standard Dues: $20
Lifetime Member Dues: $250
Lifetime Sustaining Member Dues: $500
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AAPI Caucus Meeting & Board Elections

California Democratic Party
Asian American Pacific Islander Caucus Organizing Convention Meeting Agenda
May 30, 2025 @ 7:30 pm-9:15 pm 
Room: 260BC

AGENDA
Caucus Administration
I. Call to Order | Welcome
II. Approval of Agenda 
III. Caucus Officer Reports

IV. The Legal Fight Against the Trump Administration & Impact on the AAPI Community
– Special Remarks by San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu
– Special Remarks by Attorney General Rob Bonta (invited)
– Special Remarks by AAPI Legislative Caucus Chair Asm. Mike Fong (invited)

Caucus Business 
V. Caucus Officer Elections

Caucus Communications
VI. Incoming Chair’s Remarks
VII. Speakers (time permitting; advanced sign up required at https://forms.gle/yfanYQUzK9hFmUF69)
VIII.      Adjournment

All seats on the board are up for election. These are:
Caucus Chair*
Vice-Chair*
Treasurer
State Recording Secretary
State Communications Secretary
State Legislative Chair
State Parliamentary Chair

Northern Chair
Northern Vice-Chair & Political Director
Northern Secretary
Northern Outreach and Local Clubs Chair

Central Valley Vice Chair
Central Valley Political Director

Southern Chair
Southern Vice-Chair and Political Director
San Diego Vice-Chair and Political Director
Southern Secretary
Southern Outreach and Local Clubs Chair

* Only DSCC Delegates are eligible to be Caucus Chair or Vice Chair. All other positions are open to any member of the Caucus.

Election Procedures
Elections Committee Members: Tim Phan, Gene Kim, Adam Ma Contact: cademparty.apicaucus@gmail.com

Friday, May 30, 2025 Election Meeting at the CADEM Convention in Anaheim.
Please see our bylaws at https://aapicaucus.com/bylaws/ for the full description of the board positions and the details of the election process.
2025 California Democratic Party Convention Anaheim Convention Center May 30 – June 1 This convention will include party leadership elections.

Please visit www.cdpconvention.org to:
-Learn about the details of the convention
-View the tentative schedule
-Find info on sponsorship opportunities.

Renew your Caucus Membership for 2025
Memberships are now by calendar year, so if you haven’t renewed yet for 2025, it’s time to renew your caucus membership! To pay dues, go to https://cadem.org/caucuses/ and click on Caucus Dues.

AAPI Caucus Dues:
Annual Dues (January – December)
Student / 65+ : $5
Standard Dues: $20
Lifetime Member Dues: $250
Lifetime Sustaining Member Dues: $500
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AAPI Caucus Board Elections

At our Convention meeting, the Caucus will be holding elections for the 2025-2027 board. Members who join or renew at least 35 days before the gaveling into order of the first session of the CDP Convention are eligible to vote. Please join or renew by April 26, 2025 to be eligible.
We are aiming to hold our meeting in person in Anaheim on the evening of Friday, May 30. Date and time will be confirmed soon.
Candidates interested in running can file using this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvmvM0xhetMhQeVQbREeH9VfZ0DFaLKlLXDiozme9fXK213A/viewform
Nominations close on May 2, 2025
All seats on the board are up for election. These are:
Caucus Chair*
Vice-Chair*
Treasurer
State Recording Secretary
State Communications Secretary
State Legislative Chair
State Parliamentary Chair

Northern Chair
Northern Vice-Chair & Political Director
Northern Secretary
Northern Outreach and Local Clubs Chair

Central Valley Vice Chair
Central Valley Political Director

Southern Chair
Southern Vice-Chair and Political Director
San Diego Vice-Chair and Political Director
Southern Secretary
Southern Outreach and Local Clubs Chair

* Only DSCC Delegates are eligible to be Caucus Chair or Vice Chair. All other positions are open to any member of the Caucus.

Election Procedures
Elections Committee Members: Tim Phan, Gene Kim, Adam Ma Contact: cademparty.apicaucus@gmail.com

Saturday, April 26, 2025 Last day to join or renew and be eligible to vote.
Friday, May 2, 2025 Nominations closed. List of all eligible voters will be made available to all candidates.
Friday, May 30, 2025 (Tentative) Election Meeting at the CADEM Convention in Anaheim.
Please see our bylaws at https://aapicaucus.com/bylaws/ for the full description of the board positions and the details of the election process..
2025 California Democratic Party Convention Anaheim Convention Center May 30 – June 1

The 2025 convention will be taking place. This convention will include party leadership elections. Registration is open now. Online registration closes at 5pm on May 6.
Please visit www.cdpconvention.org to:
– Register for the convention
– Learn about the details of the convention
– View the tentative schedule
– Sign up for training sessions
– Find info on sponsorship opportunities.
Party staff are currently working on scheduling the Caucus meetings. We will let you know soon when the AAPI Caucus meeting will take place.

Convention Volunteers Needed Democrats – We Need You!

Join us in sunny Orange County for the California Democratic Party State Convention in Anaheim! We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help make this event a success and create an unforgettable experience. With your support, we’ll elect new Party Officers, Regional Directors, and begin the hard work of organizing for 2026. Dates: May 29 – June 1, 2025  Location: Anaheim Convention Center We need 300+ volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks, including: Registration & credentialing of attendees Greeting and directing guests General event support – and more! As a volunteer, you’ll: Work alongside passionate Democrats from across California. Gain a behind-the-scenes look at the organizing efforts driving our party Receive an Observer Pass to attend events for credentialed delegates after your shift!

Ready to be part of our convention? Sign up now to secure your spot

Important Notes: A mandatory training will be provided after you sign up. Volunteers are responsible for their own hotel and parking accommodations.

Renew your Caucus Membership for 2025
Memberships are now by calendar year, so if you haven’t renewed yet for 2025, it’s time to renew your caucus membership! To pay dues, go to https://cadem.org/caucuses/ and click on Caucus Dues.

AAPI Caucus Dues:
Annual Dues (January – December)
Student / 65+ : $5
Standard Dues: $20
Lifetime Member Dues: $250
Lifetime Sustaining Member Dues: $500
Community Events Calendar
Silicon Valley Asian Pacific American Democratic Club Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month Mixer Saturday, May 10, 2025, 11am – 1pm Ludwig’s Biergarten, 383 Castro St, Mountain View Details and RSVP: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/aaphim25
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Convention 5/30-6/1 in Anaheim – AAPI Caucus Board Election Process and Timeline

AAPI Caucus Board Elections
At our Convention meeting, the Caucus will be holding elections for the 2025-2027 board. Members who join or renew at least 35 days before the gaveling into order of the first session of the CDP Convention are eligible to vote. Please join or renew by April 26, 2025 to be eligible.

We are aiming to hold our meeting in person in Anaheim on the evening of Friday, May 30. Date and time will be confirmed soon.

All seats on the board are up for election. These are:
Caucus Chair*
Vice-Chair*
Treasurer
State Recording Secretary
State Communications Secretary
State Legislative Chair
State Parliamentary Chair

Northern Chair
Northern Vice-Chair & Political Director
Northern Secretary Northern Outreach and Local Clubs Chair
Central Valley Vice Chair
Central Valley Political Director

Southern Chair
Southern Vice-Chair and Political Director
San Diego Vice-Chair and Political Director
Southern Secretary
Southern Outreach and Local Clubs Chair

* Only DSCC Delegates are eligible to be Caucus Chair or Vice Chair. All other positions are open to any member of the Caucus.

Election Procedures
Elections Committee Members: Tim Phan, Gene Kim, Adam Ma
Sunday, April 11, 2025 Nominations open.
Saturday, April 26, 2025 Last day to join or renew and be eligible to vote.
Friday, May 2, 2025 Nominations closed. List of all eligible voters will be made available to all candidates.
Friday, May 30, 2025 (Tentative) Election Meeting at the CADEM Convention in Anaheim.
Please see our bylaws at https://aapicaucus.com/bylaws/ for the full description of the board positions and the details of the election process.
2025 California Democratic Party Convention Anaheim Convention Center May 30 – June 1 The 2025 convention will be taking place. This convention will include party leadership elections.
Registration will open in April. Information on the AAPI Caucus meeting and Caucus board elections will be available soon.

Convention Volunteers Needed
Democrats – We Need You! Join us in sunny Orange County for the California Democratic Party State Convention in Anaheim! We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help make this event a success and create an unforgettable experience. With your support, we’ll elect new Party Officers, Regional Directors, and begin the hard work of organizing for 2026.

Dates: May 29 – June 1, 2025  
Location: Anaheim Convention Center

We need 300+ volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks, including: Registration & credentialing of attendees Greeting and directing guests General event support – and more! As a volunteer, you’ll: Work alongside passionate Democrats from across California. Gain a behind-the-scenes look at the organizing efforts driving our party Receive an Observer Pass to attend events for credentialed delegates after your shift!

Ready to be part of our convention?
Sign up now to secure your spot using the VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM Important Notes: A mandatory training will be provided after you sign up. Volunteers are responsible for their own hotel and parking accommodations.

Renew your Caucus Membership for 2025
Memberships are now by calendar year, so if you haven’t renewed yet for 2025, it’s time to renew your caucus membership! To pay dues, go to https://cadem.org/caucuses/ and click on Caucus Dues.
AAPI Caucus Dues:
Annual Dues (January – December)
Student / 65+ : $5
Standard Dues: $20
Lifetime Member Dues: $250
Lifetime Sustaining Member Dues: $500
Community Events Calendar
Thursday, April 10: Asian Pacific American Democratic Caucus of Alameda County General Membership Meeting – meet our Newest Democratic Asian American Mayors in Alameda County – Online at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9iuJq-TBS3mHiGfkpauksQ
Friday, April 11: Asian Dems of Los Angeles Spring Mixer – https://www.asiandemsla.org/events.html