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YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Nonprofit director advocates for greater opportunities for AAPI artists | My American Story

Lisa is the executive director of the Asian American Arts Alliance, the only nonprofit in the country “that works to ensure greater representation, equity and opportunities for Asian American Pacific Islander artists and arts organizations of all creative disciplines,” she said. Lisa explained that she is motivated to help her community because she never saw people who looked like her on TV or in movies growing up. “My American Story: Celebrating 250 Years” honors the people, traditions and values that define our nation. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based,…

YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Medical student's mission to give back to his community | My American Story

Van Dexter, a community health worker and medical student in the United States, grew up in a rural community in the Philippines, where he says he observed health care disparities firsthand. Van Dexter says he advocates for the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities to fulfill his responsibility to those who raised him. "I'm just grateful to be in a position where I'm able to give back and to essentially advocate for those that need it," he said. “My American Story: Celebrating 250 Years” honors the people, traditions and values that define our nation. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C.…