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First Asian American Cook County commissioner, alderpersons to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

By CBS Chicago Team

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Cook County Commissioner, alderpersons celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Three history-making Cook County and Chicago politicians will host a celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month today.

Cook County Commissioner Josina Morina and Ald. Nicole Lee (11th) and Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth (48th) are all the first Asian Americans elected to their respective offices.

Today's celebration will be the first public appearance together for all three lawmakers.

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