APABA Silicon Valley Congratulates Rob Bonta on His Appointment as California Attorney General

The Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley (APABA Silicon Valley) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Assemblymember Rob Bonta on his appointment as Attorney General for the State of California.

It is impossible to ignore the historical significance of this outcome, as Assemblymember Bonta will be the first Filipino-American to serve in this role, and only the second Asian American Pacific Islander (“AAPI”) to hold this position. APABA Silicon Valley is hopeful that Assemblymember Bonta will continue his strong record of fighting hate crimes and advocating for social justice.

Formed over thirty years ago, the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley ("APABA Silicon Valley") is a forum for AAPI attorneys in the Silicon Valley to network, develop professional skills, participate in community service, take positions on issues affecting the AAPI community, and empower AAPIs in the Valley. AAPI attorneys in the Silicon Valley play a critical role in enriching our legal and civic communities by practicing in every legal field - law firms of all sizes, large and small corporations, academia, government, courts, legislature, and public interest.

California has the largest Asian American Pacific Islander population in the United States, with approximately 7 million AAPIs. Asian American Pacific Islanders remain one of the fastest-growing ethnic groups in California and the fastest growing ethnic group in the nation. AAPIs will continue to play an increasingly pivotal role within the State of California and nationally, and we applaud Governor Newsom on this historic appointment.

Deanna Kwong and Jennifer Murakami
APABA Silicon Valley 2021 Co-Presidents