After recent tragedies involving both the Asian American and Black communities, an event in San Francisco's Bayview District Saturday aimed to bring the two groups together.
SAN FRANCISCO -- After recent tragedies involving both the Asian American and Black communities, an event in San Francisco's Bayview District on Saturday aimed to bring the two groups together.
Saturday's program showcased performances from both cultures. African American residents were treated to a display of traditional Chinese tai chi and Asian guests experienced music and dance from the Black community. "All these rifts or differences -- it's a reality. But then, there's also a lot of deceptions," Zheng said.
"Events like this can show that Black Africans -- we're open to all communities," said 16-year-old Bayview resident Isabel King.
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