The Power of the AAPI Vote: Meet Rebecca Lui

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, When We All Vote is proud to highlight some of our dedicated volunteers who help ensure their communities are registered and ready to vote. With roots in over 20 countries, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are an incredibly diverse population and the fastest-growing voting bloc in the United States. We’re celebrating the rise in AAPI voting power and encourage you to get involved. Visit whenweallvote.org/takeaction to learn more.

Meet Rebecca Liu, a junior in Morrisville, North Carolina, who proudly embraces her Chinese heritage. As a second-generation immigrant, she is passionate about expanding voter engagement, particularly within her community. Rebecca aspires to one day represent her community in government.

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Q: As a My School Votes ambassador, how do you encourage open discussion about voting and civic engagement, especially when working within the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities?

A: Voting is a complex topic in my community. When my parents were growing up in China, civic engagement was not emphasized. As a result, many Chinese immigrants who came to America during that period were not very involved in politics or government. However, registering to vote can be a great gateway to changing this pattern of civic engagement.

Encouraging people to register to vote is a practical and accessible way to begin building a habit of political participation. Voting is a fundamental aspect of democracy and is crucial for ensuring that diverse voices and perspectives are represented in government. By starting with voter registration, we can take a concrete step towards greater civic involvement, making the process approachable for those unfamiliar with or skeptical of its importance.

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Q: What changes do you hope to see through your volunteer work regarding voting? How can we continue engaging young people who aren’t of voting age but want to be involved in the work of voter education, registering voters, and civic engagement as we head into the 2024 presidential election?

A: I want to see a strong emphasis on the nonpartisan nature of voter registration. My motivation to register voters isn’t about politics. It’s about ensuring that every eligible person is registered to vote. The aim is to empower all citizens to participate in democracy, regardless of political affiliation.

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