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Kevin Thammavong, designer of Kevin Vong dresses, told VOA that he has been approached by Linda Yu, a local reporter for ABC 7-Chicago, to design three gowns for her to wear to President-Elect Barak Obama’s inauguration on Jan 20, 2009. |
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The goal of this Study Abroad/Travel Program to Laos is to provide students an opportunity to explore the history and cultures of Laos and to interact with and learn from a variety of people in this multi-ethnic nation. |
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"In our Lao-Khmu’s traditions, the Thanksgiving Celebration coincides with our New Year and the time to celebrate the harvest season, so we tend to have a big dinner and big celebration to be thankful for our blessings," Mr. Inh explained. |
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This eight-week intensive summer program is meant to provide an opportunity for Lao-American and American participants to live closely with the people of Laos and to learn firsthand about their way of life. |
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Mr. Blong Xiong, Chairmen of the City Council of Fresno, California, was invited to discuss the role of local governments in the U.S. and his responsibilities as a councilman. |
The American history just added a new chapter to its book as a result of the election on November 4, 2008, which made Illinois Senator Barack Obama the next President of the United States of America. |
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VOA has been a medium in bringing to you the voices of Laotian-Americans from various communities throughout the States. |
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