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Bel Leong Hong

Bel Leong Hong

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With her Maryland roots, trailblazer Ms. Bel Leong Hong has made her mark through political organizing and fundraising at the national level. As chair of the Democratic National Committee’s Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Caucus, she has spearheaded a movement of AAPI political engagement for more than two decades. Stream this episode to hear how Bel has shattered barriers, championed diversity, and elevated the visibility of AAPIs nationwide.

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PIVOT - The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization

PIVOT - The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization

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4

The political engagement of Vietnamese Americans is often complex, which is why this episode dives into how to increase their engagement in progressive and Democratic leaning campaigns. Leaders of the Progressive Vietnamese American Organization (PIVOT) sat down with us to explore the interaction between history, culture, language and generational dynamics that shape Vietnamese Americans' involvement in U.S. politics.

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Dr. Janelle Wong

Dr. Janelle Wong

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3

Dr. Janelle Wong is a Professor in Government & Politics and American Studies at University of Maryland (UMD), College Park. She is also the Director of the Asian American Studies Program at UMD. She shares the intensive survey process to collect data that is inclusive of the diverse, multilingual Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) community across the nation.

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Delegate Lily Qi

Delegate Lily Qi

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2

Lily Qi became the first Chinese American immigrant ever elected to the Maryland General Assembly in 2018. She currently represents Maryland’s District 15 in the House of Delegates. Her election gained national press coverage from NPR and The Washington Post for her successful record of energizing Asian American immigrant voters.

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Devang Shah

Devang Shah

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1

Our inaugural podcast features Devang Shah, Chair of the Maryland Democratic Party AAPI Diversity Leadership Council. During our conversation, we covered several important issues relating to AAPI civic and political life, from increasing political engagement and participation of AAPI communities in swing states to fighting against the Monolithic Myth. Join us for the first conversation of many!

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Sheriff Maxwell Uy

Sheriff Maxwell Uy

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What is the unique role of the county sheriff in public safety? In this episode, Sheriff Maxwell Uy, the 62nd—and first Asian American—Sheriff of Montgomery County, Maryland sheds light on one of the county’s oldest yet often misunderstood law enforcement agencies. Sheriff Uy reflects on his 30-year journey through every division of the department, the experience of running for office in 2022, and how the role of Sheriff has evolved over time in Maryland.

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Fmr. Governor Martin O'Malley

Fmr. Governor Martin O'Malley

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10

We’re kicking off the Year of the Snake with former Maryland Governor, Martin O’Malley, campaigning for the Democratic National Committee (DNC) chairmanship. In this episode, the governor shared his vision to rebuild the Democratic Party as chair, ways to improve communication and engagement with targeted diverse communities such as Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders, and boosting grassroots efforts, voter registration, and candidate recruitment for non-contested races.

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Delegate David Moon

Delegate David Moon

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9

Maryland House Majority Leader, Delegate David Moon reflects on growing up as an Asian American in Montgomery County, working behind the scenes for various causes, and the value of coalition politics in building a stronger Democratic party. His combined experiences as a political operative, grassroots advocate, and blogger have all informed his work as a state delegate, representing District 20. Stream this episode to hear Delegate Moon’s perspective on improving our legislative and democratic process.

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Ankit Jain

Ankit Jain

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What exactly is a DC Shadow Senator and how does that role help remedy the lack of representation for District of Columbia residents at the national level? Our guest, Ankit Jain, who is running for the DC Shadow Senator seat, shares how this role is tied to the district’s lack of statehood. Jain also emphasizes how his background fighting for fair elections and democracy reform is important for many communities of color, including immigrants and Asian Americans.

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Inside DNC '24

Inside DNC '24

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In this special edition of The Blue Dumpling Podcast, we take you inside the 2024 Democratic National Convention, where we chatted with members of the Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Caucus. Hear from a few Asian American elected officials and community leaders about their hopes for the future of AAPI representation and advocacy. We also discuss what it means for the AAPI community at-large to have Vice President Kamala Harris at the top of the ballot for President.

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Lt. Governor Aruna Miller

Lt. Governor Aruna Miller

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6

As the first woman of color and the first immigrant to hold statewide office in Maryland, she’s broken barriers and is here to share her incredible journey into the world of politics and public service. From her engineering roots to shaping public policy, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller reveals how she’s been instrumental in building a government that truly represents the people of Maryland alongside Governor Wes Moore.

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Bel Leong Hong

Bel Leong Hong

EPISODE
5

With her Maryland roots, trailblazer Ms. Bel Leong Hong has made her mark through political organizing and fundraising at the national level. As chair of the Democratic National Committee’s Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Caucus, she has spearheaded a movement of AAPI political engagement for more than two decades. Stream this episode to hear how Bel has shattered barriers, championed diversity, and elevated the visibility of AAPIs nationwide.

Listen Now
PIVOT - The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization

PIVOT - The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization

EPISODE
4

The political engagement of Vietnamese Americans is often complex, which is why this episode dives into how to increase their engagement in progressive and Democratic leaning campaigns. Leaders of the Progressive Vietnamese American Organization (PIVOT) sat down with us to explore the interaction between history, culture, language and generational dynamics that shape Vietnamese Americans' involvement in U.S. politics.

Listen Now
Dr. Janelle Wong

Dr. Janelle Wong

EPISODE
3

Dr. Janelle Wong is a Professor in Government & Politics and American Studies at University of Maryland (UMD), College Park. She is also the Director of the Asian American Studies Program at UMD. She shares the intensive survey process to collect data that is inclusive of the diverse, multilingual Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) community across the nation.

Listen Now
Delegate Lily Qi

Delegate Lily Qi

EPISODE
2

Lily Qi became the first Chinese American immigrant ever elected to the Maryland General Assembly in 2018. She currently represents Maryland’s District 15 in the House of Delegates. Her election gained national press coverage from NPR and The Washington Post for her successful record of energizing Asian American immigrant voters.

Listen Now
Devang Shah

Devang Shah

EPISODE
1

Our inaugural podcast features Devang Shah, Chair of the Maryland Democratic Party AAPI Diversity Leadership Council. During our conversation, we covered several important issues relating to AAPI civic and political life, from increasing political engagement and participation of AAPI communities in swing states to fighting against the Monolithic Myth. Join us for the first conversation of many!

Listen Now