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San Francisco Health Commission adopts resolution condemning racism and violence targeting AAPI communities
Summary
The San Francisco Health Commission voted unanimously April 6 to adopt a resolution condemning racism, xenophobia and violence against Asian and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, citing historical discrimination and recent local incidents and pledging departmental support for affected staff and residents.
The San Francisco Health Commission on April 6 adopted a resolution condemning racism, xenophobia and violence against individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent and expressing solidarity with victims and their families.
Commissioner Tessie Guillermo and Dr. Ayanna Bennett introduced the item, citing recent local and national attacks and the disproportionate impact on elderly AAPI residents. Guillermo said the resolution was “very close to my own heart and lived experience,” and thanked Department of Public Health staff and…
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