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Asian Immigrants in California Politics: Fresno's Hmong Councilman

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Nearly one in three California residents comes from another country. Whether they come as political refugees or high-skill workers, immigrants are transforming the state. Some are just quietly working and raising their families. But more and more, immigrants are stepping forward to lead their communities. Blong Xiong, a Hmong refugee born in Laos, recently became the first Asian-American elected to Fresno's city council. Reporter: Sasha Khokha

  • More: Photo slideshow - See photos of Blong Xiong, a Hmong refugee born in Laos, who recently took office as the first Asian-American elected to Fresno's city council.
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