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	Coming to America The debate over the H1-B visa program By Ron Chepesiuk Last October, the U.S. Congress passed a measure that many Asian American companies believe was long overdue. Congress voted to boost the number of H1-B visas, temporary visas under which skilled foreigners are allowed into the United States, from 115,000 to 195,000, including generous exemptions that will allow thousands of additional workers into the United States. COMPLETE STORY...		Girl Strikes Back in School Shooting Attack (in National News) Affirmative Action Rally at UC Berkeley Draws Thousands (in Bay Area News) Taoism and the Arts of China (in A&E) Emil Amok: The Race Conversation Changes (in Opinion)

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The Shattered Ceiling Q&A with Scott Amyx, of L’Amyx Tea Bar L’Amyx Tea Bar opened in Oakland’s Piedmont district in December 2000. The shop offers a variety of exotic teas and specialty drinks, and customers can also enjoy traditional tea ceremonies from around the world, conducted by L’Amyx’s trained staff. L’Amyx is owned and operated by president Scott Amyx, his wife Cinda Amyx, who serves as vice president of marketing, and sister-in-law Marcia Lam, who is vice president of product development. READ THE INTERVIEW...

Kim Dae-jung Wants Your Business: South Korean president assures Americans about investing in his country. Common Cents: Tips and info about the 401(k) from financial advisor Yoke Allen. Job listings, announcements, and more in our special online classifieds section.

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