Voice of Fil-America

Political empowerment is still a treasure that eludes us as a community here in America. While we are the second largest Asian American community in the United States, we have yet to harvest the power that comes from our numbers. The Voice of FilAmerica features elected and appointed officials – regardless of political affiliation – in the different US states who are of Filipino ancestry. As your Filipino American community newspaper, the Asian Journal recognizes the fact that we all have a responsibility towards bringing political empowerment to fruition, especially for our future generations. It is our hope to have our voices heard all over America.

Julio DeGuzman: Appointed Director of Community and Government Relations in San Diego City Attorney’s Office

Wednesday, 07 October 2009 00:26 Joseph Pimentel | AJPress

SAN Diego City Attorney Jan Goldsmith recently appointed Fil-Am Julio DeGuzman as Director of Community and Government Relations.

"Julio brings excellent skills and experience as Community & Government Relations Director. He is one of San Diego’s finest investigators. When we get a call and send Julio out to investigate, we know we will get the facts," said City Attorney Goldsmith.

As director, DeGuzman will be responsible for covering special projects and participate in community collaborations and planning groups.

Tony De Leon Pizarro: 30 year US Navy Veteran Attained Highest Enlisted Rank in US Navy Provides High Tech Communications Support to US Dep’t of Defense 2009 TOFA (Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad) Awardee

Tuesday, 29 September 2009 23:29 Cynthia de Castro | AJPress

AN accomplished thirty year US Navy veteran, retired Chief Warrant Officer Tony De Leon Pizzaro was unanimously selected a few months ago as one of the 2009 Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA) by the TOFA Panel Board of Judges. Pizzaro is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Integrated Management Enterprises, Inc. and founded VIP Mobile, a technology company that provides research and development of high technology communications specializing in special warfare support for the US Department of Defense.

Pizzaro is also a very active community leader in California, exemplifying true grit, pride and success. Born in Orion, Bataan in the Philippines, Pizzaro was educated at Jose Rizal Institute and later attended the Far Eastern University. He later enlisted in the United States Navy at the US Naval Station, Sangley Point, Cavite City,Philippines.

Valerie Santos Washington DC Deputy Mayor

Wednesday, 23 September 2009 01:27 Joseph Pimentel | AJPress Los Angeles

(2 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)

Valerie Santos Washington DC Deputy Mayor

VALERIE Santos became the first Filipino American to be appointed as Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development in Washington DC.

Mayor Adrian M. Fenty appointed the 36-year-old Fil-Am to the position in June.

A former senior staffer under former DC deputy mayor Neil Albert, Santos will be responsible for implementing Mayor Fenty’s economic development vision and managing a development pipeline worth more than $13 billion comprised of public-private housing, retail, office and parks projects throughout the District, according to the District of Columbia website.

Kevin Acebo, Former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs

Tuesday, 15 September 2009 20:21 Cynthia de Castro | AJPress Los Angeles

(2 votes, average: 4.50 out of 5)

Kevin Acebo, Former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs

IN 2005, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced that in continuing to build a results-orientated administration inclusive of the best and brightest, he has chosen key senior people with a breadth and depth of experience and talent and a commitment to innovative, results-oriented and ethical work. One of these is Filipino American Kevin Acebo whom he appointed Deputy Mayor for Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs.

"In selecting my team, I looked for people who brought with them a passion for public service, the highest ethical standards and a commitment to improving the quality of life for all Angelenos," said Mayor Villaraigosa.

Nestor Garcia

Tuesday, 08 September 2009 22:16 Joseph Pimentel | AJPress Los Angeles

AS a local boy growing up in Waipahu, Hawaii, FilAm Nestor Garcia has always felt a unique sense of pride and responsibility to give back to the community that made him who he is today.

It’s a reason that when he was given the chance to work as a public servant; he put himself in a leadership position.

Garcia, a Democrat, is a Honolulu, Hawaii City Councilman. He represents District 9 serving the communities of Waikele, Waipahu, Village Park, Makakilo, Kunia, and Mililani Town.

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Asian Journal- The Filipino-American Community Newspaper

Julio DeGuzman: Appointed Director of Community and Government Relations in San Diego City Attorney’s Office

Tony De Leon Pizarro: 30 year US Navy Veteran Attained Highest Enlisted Rank in US Navy Provides High Tech Communications Support to US Dep’t of Defense 2009 TOFA (Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad) Awardee

Valerie Santos Washington DC Deputy Mayor

Kevin Acebo, Former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs

Nestor Garcia

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