Senator Hirono Introduces Resolution Condemning Xenophobia
Senator Hirono introduced a resolution marking the 74th anniversary of the issuance of Executive Order 9066, which led to the internment of nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II, and affirming that America must stand against intolerance. In a show of support, advocates from nearly ten organizations were present in the Senate gallery as Senator Hirono provided remarks from the Senate floor.
“Seventy-four years ago, President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which led to the mass internment of nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II. While the internment is now recognized as one of the darkest periods in our nation’s history, we must not forget that Executive Order 9066 had widespread support at the time,” said Senator Hirono. “Today we hear echoes of the same sentiments directed toward members of the South Asian, Muslim, Sikh, Hindu, Arab, and Middle Eastern communities. Let’s stand together in solidarity in our American values that are rooted in compassion, respect for others, justice, and equality.”
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Advocates from the Asian American and Pacific Islander and Muslim communities joined Senator Hirono for the introduction of a resolution commemorating the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II
