The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is a national non-partisan, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting Asian Pacific American participation and representation at all levels of the political process, from community service to elected office.


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APAICS Welcomes Newly Elected AAPI Members of the 113th Congress


APAICS is excited to witness the success of six newly elected AAPI members, as well as their participation in building the most diverse Congress in history. APAICS was proud to welcome these six newly elected AAPI members, and join them and other supporters at their swearing-in ceremonies.

APAICS Attending the Swearing-In Ceremonies of the Newly Elected AAPI Members (Jan. 3, 2013) Reception Honoring CAPAC and Celebrating the Newly Elected AAPI Members of the 113th Congress (Nov. 29, 2012)


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06/28/12
2012 AAPI Primary Election Results

This November, AAPI candidates will affect the balance of power in the US Congress. Of the 30 AAPI challengers this year, 28 have faced primaries and 16 are advancing to November’s general election.  

APAICS is proud to continue developing the growing political engagement of our AAPI community during this exciting tipping point in the country’s history. Below, APAICS has captured recent primary results for all major 2012 races involving AAPI challengers. Stay tuned for more election results! 

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06/27/12
Meng and Shinagawa clinch New York primaries

Joining historic class of AAPI candidates who will affect the balance of power in Congress

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Scott Nishimoto

Scott Nishimoto

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(District 21)

1997-1998: First ever APAICS Fellow

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